Avalanche — Sierra Madre Range, Wyoming
February 9, 2024 · NOAA Storm Events record
Direct deaths
1
Direct injuries
1
Property damage
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Area
Sierra Madre Range
Event narrative (NOAA)
Two snowmobilers west of Battle Pass triggered and were caught in a 2-8 feet deep avalanche the day after heavy snow fell in the area. Strong winds around 50 mph were reported nearby. One fatality was reported.
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Source: NOAA/NCEI Storm Events Database. Deaths and injuries are those NOAA classifies as direct. Damage is the reporting office's estimate at the time and is not inflation-adjusted. This is a catalogue record, not a forecast.