Heavy Snow — West Slopes Central Cascades and Passes, Washington

2012-03-05 · West Slopes Central Cascades and Passes, Washington

Event narrative

NWAC station at Stevens Pass Highway recorded 14 inches snow in 12 hours ending 5 pm Mar 5.

Wider weather episode

A strong Pacific frontal system and Puget Sound Convergence Zone brought heavy snow to the Washington Cascades, especially from Stevens Pass northward.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 374054. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.