Sawtooth Avalanche Center

Avalanche Occurrence

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General Information

(3/11/23) Two avalanches released on a W-NW slope at around 10,200' on Galena Peak.

Observer:
SAC Forecaster

Verified by SAC?
Yes

Occurrence Date:
Mar 10, 2023 (+/- 1 day)

Location:
Galena Peak

Comments:

(3/11/23) Two avalanches released on a W-NW slope at around 10,200' on Galena Peak. One of the crowns looks filled in, but the debris is coming from two paths.

Avalanche Characteristics

# of Avys:
2
Aspect:
W (NW)
Start Zone Elev:
10200ft
Size:
D2.5
Trigger:
N-Natural

Media

(3/11/23) Two avalanches released on a W-NW slope at around 10,200' on Galena Peak.