Slabs that formed late last week into Saturday remain possible to human trigger today with the greatest likelihood being for small avalanches in softer wind drifted snow. Large avalanches in firmer wind slab are not yet ruled out. A small skier triggered avalanche on a low consequence terrain feature yesterday is a pertinent example what you might find today. Check this out on our observations page and thanks for this and similar observations. Consider the consequences of either a small or large avalanche in terrain you choose today, and realize that low visibility might affect your ability to assess terrain. All forecast areas have MODERATE avalanche danger.
Danger Rating by Zone
This website is provided through a partnership between the White Mountain National Forest and the White Mountain Avalanche Education Foundation. The avalanche forecast applies only to backcountry areas, not operating ski areas, and describes general avalanche conditions which vary locally. The avalanche information provided is the sole responsibility of the USDA Forest Service.
NHPR at Hermit Lake
/in News /by Frank CarusWe had the privilege of spending the day with Sean Hurley from NHPR a couple weeks back. Here are the results of tour of the east side in in pictures and audio. Once again, Lily proves herself to be the most popular and interesting snow ranger while Sean demonstrates one of the most soothing and […]
Avalanche Watch and Warning criteria
/in News /by Frank CarusYou’ve likely noticed, and many have asked us, what’s an avalanche warning all about? The purpose of an avalanche warning is to save lives by alerting the public when avalanches are certain or very likely in many areas and when unusually dangerous avalanche conditions exist. Those of you who read our advisory regularly probably don’t need to see an avalanche warning to know when unusually dangerous avalanche conditions are developing.