Avalanche Occurrence

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General Information

This large avalanche released at about 9,600' on an E face of Merritt Pk in the Sawtooths.

Observer:

SAC Forecaster

Verified by SAC?

Yes

Occurrence Date:

Feb 21, 2023 (+/- 1 day)

Location:

Merritt Pk

Avalanche Characteristics

# of Avys:

1

Aspect:

E (NE)

Start Zone Elev:

9600ft

Size:

D2

Type:

SS-Soft Slab

Trigger:

N-Natural

Media

This large avalanche released at about 9,600' on an E face of Merritt Pk in the Sawtooths.