1 killed, others injured in Washington avalanche
Feb 25, 2018, 5:58 PM
(File photo)
(File photo)
First responders reported to an avalanche Sunday afternoon in the Crystal Springs area. A second avalanche caused a roadway closure along SR 20.
Kittitas County officials said one person was killed in the avalanche west of Cle Elum, three others were injured.
An avalanche warning was issued for Washington’s mountains by the Northwest Avalanche Center.
Officials advised the public to only go into the backcountry Sunday if they were sure of their ability to avoid avalanche terrain.
In the lowlands, pockets of snow and hail were reported on Sunday. The National Weather Service says a convergence zone over North King County brought a wintry mix. Accumulations of up to 1 inch were possible, but not expected to last long.
The Puget Sound lowlands may continue to see a mix of rain and snow Monday and Tuesday, according to KIRO 7.
