Heavy Snow in Western Whatcom, Washington

Heavy Snow January 27, 2002 · Western Whatcom, Washington

The wider storm

Snow fell over parts of northwest Washington, bringing treacherous driving conditions to the area. Snowfall amounts varied from 1 to 9 inches, in Sequim they got about 6 inches in 2 and a half hours (which is more than their annual average). In addition to dozens of accidents, 2 people died in weather related incidents and one roadway was closed for 6 hours.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event 5276495. Narratives are written by the National Weather Service forecast office that issued the report.

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