Collapse at Big Four Ice Caves on Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest

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US Forest Service

Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest

Contact: Tracy O'Toole  Office: 425-783-6015

 

Everett, WA, July 6, 2015 - A section of the Big 4 Ice Caves on the Mt. Baker Snoqualmie National Forest collapsed this afternoon. Multiple injuries are reported at this time.

First responders are in route.  The Forest Service is closing the Big Four Ice Caves at this time except to emergency vehicles and first responders. The Mt. Loop Highway will be closed at Deer Creek to traffic.  

Additional information will be forthcoming.

Learn more about the Mt. Baker Snoqualmie National Forest.

 

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