The three climbers from the Puget Sound region who died and a fourth who was able to seek help after a rappelling accident in the North Cascades have been identified, according to the Okanogan County Sheriff’s Office.
The incident happened late Saturday near North Early Winters Spire, a granite peak located about 16 miles west of Mazama off State Route 20.
The formation is a well-known destination for climbers due to its steep rock faces and alpine environment…