2 confirmed hypothermia-related deaths in Yakima County

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YAKIMA, Wash. – Two people have died over the past few weeks due to hypothermia in Yakima County, according to Coroner Jim Curtice.

NonStop Local has reached out to the coroner’s office for more information on the two deaths and are waiting on a response.

Temperatures have dropped across the region as of recent, with lows going below zero in several areas.

Warming centers are open in several cities for those who do not have a warm place to go overnight.

This is a developing story, which means information could change. We are working to report timely and accurate information as we get it.

 

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