Avalanche — Southern Clearwater Mountains, Idaho

2025-02-24 · Southern Clearwater Mountains, Idaho

Event narrative

An avalanche blocked the eastbound lane of Highway 12 near Elk Summit Road and Powell Junction. The avalanche was estimated to be 8 feet tall and 30 feet long.

Wider weather episode

An atmospheric river brought rain on top of deep snow cover resulting in an avalanche.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1237689. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.