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Avalanche in Western Essex, New York

Avalanche February 19, 2000 · Western Essex, New York

1
Death
5
Injuries

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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 5133205. Narratives are written by the National Weather Service forecast office that issued the report.

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