Avalanche — Copper River Basin, Alaska
2002-01-12 · Copper River Basin, Alaska
2
Direct deaths
1
Injuries
$6K
Property damage
Event narrative
Three people were buried by an avalanche while snowmachining on an unsupported cornice. One was dug out of the snow by her husband.
Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 5277117. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.