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Two Dozen Hikers Rescued Amid Early Mount Washington Snow

10/27/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Nearly two dozen hikers were rescued from Mount Washington after an early snowfall.
The snow began on October 21, blanketing the Presidential Range and leaving hikers ill-prepared.
Hikers faced a $61 charge for a one-way ticket on the railway after the shuttle did not operate due to seasonal road closures.
The Mount Washington Observatory said this was one of the latest starts to the snow season.

History

Historical Context

The Great New England Hurricane of 1938, which made landfall on September 21, was one of the deadliest storms in U.S. history, killing approximately 682 people and causing over $306 million in damages. This event heightened awareness of weather preparedness, particularly in the unpredictable Presidential Range, where early snowfall and extreme conditions continue to challenge hikers today, underscoring the need for timely weather information.

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Story summary

Nearly two dozen hikers were rescued from Mount Washington after an early snowfall.
The snow began on October 21, blanketing the Presidential Range and leaving hikers ill-prepared.
Hikers faced a $61 charge for a one-way ticket on the railway after the shuttle did not operate due to seasonal road closures.
The Mount Washington Observatory said this was one of the latest starts to the snow season.

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