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Big Winds Damage Yellowstone Hotel

July 6, 2023 by Max Mitchell

A forceful wind storm and heavy rain struck Yellowstone National Park’s Lake Village area on July 3, causing significant damage, and hence, this post provides a comprehensive update on the storm’s impact, ongoing cleanup operations, and the current status of the affected areas.

  • Severe windstorm and rain hit the Lake Village area of Yellowstone National Park on July 3.
  • Multiple buildings, including popular sites, were damaged by fallen trees.
  • Cleanup crews swiftly cleared roads, campgrounds, and critical areas.
  • Power has been restored, and cleanup efforts continue.

Yellowstone’s Lake Village Impacted

The powerful storm left a trail of destruction throughout Yellowstone National Park’s Lake Village area. Buildings such as the Lake Hotel, Lake Lodge, Lake Medical Clinic, Lake General Store, Lake employee housing areas, and Bridge Bay Campground and marina were extensively damaged by fallen trees. The severity of the damage necessitated the evacuation and closure of specific structures until cleanup and repairs can be completed.

Lake Village in Yellowstone
Lake Village in Yellowstone Damaged by Windstorm. Photo NPS

Cleanup and Restoration Efforts at Historic Yellowstone Hotel

Dedicated Yellowstone cleanup crews wasted no time in responding to the storm’s aftermath. Their primary focus was on ensuring visitor safety and restoring normal operations. They worked tirelessly to clear fallen trees from roads, campgrounds, and critical infrastructure, allowing visitor services to continue with minimal disruptions. Despite the immense challenges posed by the widespread damage, their efforts have been instrumental in the recovery process.

On July 4, cleanup operations continued as crews cleared remaining fallen trees and assessed the extent of the damage. Simultaneously, power restoration efforts were in full swing. By the evening of July 4, full power was successfully restored to the Lake Village area, marking a significant milestone in the recovery process. The restored power has contributed to the overall progress in bringing the affected areas back to normalcy.

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Max Mitchell is spending the summer covering news and sports for Jackson Hole Radio and enjoying the outdoors.
He attends Clemson University.
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