Sawtooth Avalanche Center

Avalanche Occurrence

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General Information

A large slab avalanche that failed during the Jan 4-5th storm. E-facing slope at 9,500'. Scoured to the ground in some areas.

Observer:
SAC Forecaster

Verified by SAC?
Yes

Occurrence Date:
Jan 5, 2021 (+/- 1 day)

Location:
Pole Creek Summit

Comments:

Scoured to ground in places. Failed right at the ridge line.

Avalanche Characteristics

# of Avys:
1
Aspect:
NE
Start Zone Elev:
9400ft
Size:
D2.5
Type:
HS-Hard Slab
Trigger:
N-Natural
Weak Layer:
Dec 11, 2020 (FCsf)

Media

A large slab avalanche that failed during the Jan 4-5th storm. E-facing slope at 9,500'. Scoured to the ground in some areas.
A large slab avalanche that failed during the Jan 4-5th storm. E-facing slope at 9,500'. Scoured to the ground in some areas.