Avalanche — West Slopes Central Cascades and Passes, Washington
2012-02-19 · West Slopes Central Cascades and Passes, Washington
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Direct deaths
Event narrative
Snowboarders triggered a slide outside of Alpental Ski area. One killed.
Wider weather episode
A strong front and moist westerly flow in its wake produced heavy snow in the Cascades. 3 different avalanches killed 4 and injured one.
Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 366706. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.