These observations document past conditions at a small and variable scale. They are not to be confused with an avalanche forecast. They come from a variety of sources. We can only vouch for the quality of those produced by the SAC forecasters and professional observers.
Date and time of observation or avalanche occurrence Location Media Observation made by
01/06/2018 - 06:00

Avalanche Observation
Twin Peaks

Blackwood Canyon or Ward Canyon Area
Public
12/17/2009 - 10:45

Avalanche Observation
Silver Peak

Cabin Creek, Deep Creek, or Pole Creek Area
Forecaster
01/26/2010 - 08:10

Avalanche Observation
Donner Peak

Donner Summit Area
Public
03/04/2010 - 11:30

Avalanche Observation
Hidden Peak

West Shore Area
Forecaster
12/15/2010 - 12:00

Avalanche Observation
Castle Peak

Donner Summit Area
Public
04/02/2010 - 11:15

Avalanche Observation
Far East Ridge of Tamarack Peak

Mount Rose Area
Forecaster
04/24/2010 - 12:30

Avalanche Observation
Incline Lake Peak

Mount Rose Area
Forecaster
12/24/2016 - 11:00

Avalanche Observation
S side Ward Canyon

Blackwood Canyon or Ward Canyon Area
Guide

Donner Summit Avalanche Semina
01/16/2011 - 13:00

Avalanche Observation
"Ralstonia"

Echo Summit Area
Public
02/27/2011 - 10:30

Avalanche Observation
Ralston Peak

Echo Summit Area
Forecaster
03/21/2011 - 11:30

Avalanche Observation
East Ridge Tamarack Peak

Mount Rose Area
Professional Observer
01/04/2017 - 17:00

Avalanche Observation
Jakes Peak

West Shore Area
Wind Slab Avalanche, 9100', NE aspect, 38 degrees.
Forecaster
04/19/2011 - 12:15

Avalanche Observation
Jake's Peak

West Shore Area
Forecaster
01/07/2017 - 11:00

Avalanche Observation
East Ridge Tamarack Peak

Mount Rose Area
Large cornices with a collapsed section and wind slab avalanche below.
Large cornices with a collapsed section and wind slab avalanche below.
Debris below wind slab
Another cornice collapse
False color image to show debris downslope.
Forecaster
03/24/2012 - 11:00

Avalanche Observation
Deep Creek

Cabin Creek, Deep Creek, or Pole Creek Area
Professional Observer

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