Winter Weather — Okanogan Valley, Washington

2023-01-10 · Okanogan Valley, Washington

Event narrative

Snow load across the area collapsed several buildings. These buildings were out buildings or garages and not inhabited. It is believed to be around 5 structures lost.

Wider weather episode

A season of heavy snow in the Okanogan Valley created snow load issues for some structures. Snowfall accumulations in the area were near 56 inches. Snow depths were around 27 inches.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1078331. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.