Utah snow forecast: ‘Very dangerous’ avalanche conditions expected with incoming storms
After a dry snow season so far, avalanche danger across Utah's backcountry is expected to skyrocket this weekend. “These are the types of avalanches that catch, carry and kill people,” said avalanche forecaster Trent Meisenheimer.
Snow is on the way. What does that mean for avalanche danger?
“Because the new snow will overload weak, pre-existing faceted snow, avalanches may be triggered from hundreds of feet away, making for particularly tricky and dangerous conditions,” according to the center.
Officials warn of increased avalanche danger with heavy snow coming to the mountains
The Colorado Avalanche Information Center forecasted harsh conditions for both recreation and travel impacts. It said conditions are just right for avalanches to happen over the next couple of days.
Utah man triggers avalanche and saves brother buried under the snow
A man rescued his brother from a “large avalanche” he triggered while the pair were snowmobiling in Utah on Wednesday, authorities said.
Weak snowpack and heavy snowfall create dangerous avalanche conditions across Utah slopes
A warning from the Utah Avalanche Center has been issued after a slide on Christmas Eve buried a man in Cache County before he was rescued by his brother.
'Very dangerous' avalanche conditions forecast as wet weather continues in Utah
Avalanche conditions in northern Utah are expected to become "very dangerous" due to heavy snowfall and strong winds. The Utah Avalanche Center warns outdoor enthusiasts to avoid backcountry terrain,
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