Recent avalanches, shooting cracks, and "whumpfing" are signs of unstable snow Trigger: Sometimes it doesn't take much to tip the balance; people, new snow, and wind are common triggers Determine ...

A triple threat of cooler temperatures, strong winds and areas of heavy snow over the last few days have boosted the avalanche danger heading into the weekend for some of the state's backcountry ...

As the first week of April brings a storm to Colorado’s High Country, the shift from last week’s false spring back to cold temperatures and snow signals a return of winter avalanche danger.

"The large quantities of recent snow will start to melt as temperatures rise and the sun returns during the day on Friday. "Avalanche activity will be much lower than on Thursday, but major ...