Avalanche — West Slopes Central Cascades and Passes, Washington

2014-02-11 · West Slopes Central Cascades and Passes, Washington

Event narrative

One skier, one snowboarder triggered and caught in slide, both partially buried. Skier was able to self-rescue himself and then other rider. Both sustained injuries.

Wider weather episode

A Pacific frontal system brought heavy snow to Mt Baker in the North Cascades. One skier, one snowboarder triggered and caught in slide, both partially buried. Skier was able to self-rescue himself and then other rider. Both sustained injuries.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 545750. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.