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Avalanche Claims Lives of Two Snowmobilers in Washington

1/11/2026

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Two men died in an avalanche while snowmobiling in central Washington on January 11, 2026 near Longs Pass, as heavy snowfall affected the region.
The victims were Paul Markoff, 38, and Erik Henne, 43.
Two other survivors sent a distress signal to prompt a rescue response.
The following day, the victims were airlifted to the Kittitas County Coroner’s Office.

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Story summary

Two men died in an avalanche while snowmobiling in central Washington on January 11, 2026 near Longs Pass, as heavy snowfall affected the region.
The victims were Paul Markoff, 38, and Erik Henne, 43.
Two other survivors sent a distress signal to prompt a rescue response.
The following day, the victims were airlifted to the Kittitas County Coroner’s Office.