Avalanche — Wasatch Mountains South of I-80, Utah
2014-02-08 · Wasatch Mountains South of I-80, Utah
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Direct deaths
Event narrative
A group of six snowshoers were traveling just north of Tibble Fork Reservoir in American Fork Canyon when they triggered a small avalanche. One of the snowshoers, a 21-year-old female, was swept away and buried in the snow. While she was able to be resuscitated, she passed away the next day in an area hospital.
Wider weather episode
A series of moist weather disturbances moved across Utah during the second week of February, bringing an extended period of snowfall to northern Utah. In addition to the new snow, two avalanche fatalities occurred during this period of time.
Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 502602. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.