Avalanche — Sun Valley Region, Idaho

2025-02-02 · Sun Valley Region, Idaho

Event narrative

An avalanche blocked Warm Springs Road near Frenchman Bend. Road was not reopened until February 6th.

Wider weather episode

Heavy snow fell in the Sawtooth, Sun Valley and parts of Lincoln County. It was a long lasting 3 to 4 day atmospheric river event with very warm temperatures and heavy snow limited to very specific areas.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1239143. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.