Avalanche danger level remains high in the Cascades after Washington’s first death this winter By Luke Thompson, Yakima Herald-Republic
Published: February 12, 2021, 9:58am
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Feb. 12–A string of February avalanche deaths reached Washington earlier this week, when snow buried a veteran Washington State Trooper while he rode a snow bike near Knox Creek in Kittitas County.
The fatal accident marked the 22nd avalanche death in the United States this winter, including 15 this month. With danger levels still high and more snow expected in the Cascades this week, Northwest Avalanche Center forecaster Dallas Glass said education and safety precautions will be crucial for those heading into the backcountry.
Craving backcountry snow adventures? First, use this primer to learn how to identify and avoid slide-prone terrain. Then decide if you need an avalanche safety course to maximize your winter fun.
Maurice Kervin feels at home in Colorado's backcountry but he's also keenly aware of the dangers. He's spent 65 days snowboarding so far this season but Friday is a day he won't forget anytime soon.