A Powerball player in Washington State may have narrowly missed out on the massive $409 million jackpot, but they’re still walking away with a substantial prize. The October 17, 2024, Powerball drawing brought excitement across the nation as players checked their numbers, hoping to win big. While no one matched all six numbers to claim the jackpot, one lucky Washington resident matched five numbers, securing a significant windfall.
Winning Numbers and Prize Breakdown
The winning numbers for the October 17, 2024, Powerball drawing were 7, 24, 30, 43, 55, with a Powerball of 19. The Washington player managed to match all five white balls but missed the Powerball, landing them the second-tier prize of $1 million. If they had opted for the Power Play option, the prize would have doubled to $2 million. Although they didn’t hit the jackpot, this life-changing prize is certainly something to celebrate.
How Close Were They?
To win the jackpot, players must match all five white balls and the red Powerball. In this case, the Washington player missed just one number — the red Powerball — to claim the $409 million grand prize. Though it was a near-miss, the $1 million payout is still a remarkable win.
What’s Next for Powerball?
With no jackpot winner in this drawing, the Powerball jackpot continues to grow. The next drawing, scheduled for [insert date], will see the jackpot rise to an estimated $429 million. Ticket holders are encouraged to check their numbers and prepare for the next chance at winning a life-changing sum.
Claiming the Prize
The Washington winner has 180 days from the date of the drawing to claim their prize at a Washington State Lottery office. They are advised to sign the back of their ticket and keep it safe until they can collect their winnings.
FAQ’s:
What were the winning numbers for the October 17, 2024, Powerball drawing?
The winning numbers were 7, 24, 30, 43, 55, and the Powerball was 19.
How much did the Washington player win?
The player won $1 million by matching five numbers but missing the Powerball. If they had chosen the Power Play option, their prize would have doubled to $2 million.
How close were they to winning the jackpot?
The player missed just the red Powerball, which would have awarded them the $409 million jackpot.
When is the next Powerball drawing?
The next drawing is scheduled for [insert date], with an estimated jackpot of $429 million.
How can the Washington winner claim their prize?
The winner has 180 days to claim their prize at a Washington State Lottery office. They should sign the back of their ticket and keep it safe.
