2 Backcountry Skiers Killed in an Avalanche in Washington State Two Washington backcountry skiers were killed in an avalanche on Friday near Longs Pass, Teanaway River, according to the Northwest Avalanche Center. The two skiers killed were part of a group of four backcountry skiers who were caught and carried by a large avalanche while descending Longs Pass. One skier was not buried, another was partially buried, and the other two […] Avalanche Gregg Frantz | January 10, 2026 0 Comments