Avalanche — Western Essex, New York

2000-02-19 · Western Essex, New York

Wider weather episode

An avalanche occurred on Saturday, February 19th, on Wright Peak which is southwest of Mt. Van Hovenberg. The avalanche occurred at about the 3500 foot level, and was about 400 feet in length. There was one person killed and 5 injured while skiing.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 5133205. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.