Winter Weather — Larimer & Boulder Counties Between 6000 & 9000 Feet, Colorado
2004-09-04 · Larimer & Boulder Counties Between 6000 & 9000 Feet, Colorado
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Direct deaths
Event narrative
A hiker froze to death on the summit of Longs Peak as an early season snowstorm, accompanied by strong winds and freezing temperatures, moved through the region. The hiker was found wearing only tennis shoes, jeans and a hooded sweatshirt.
Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 5415452. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.