The Colorado Avalanche Information Center cautioned that "spooky moderate" conditions existed. But what does that really mean?

The Colorado Avalanche has hit a snag on its potential climb to the top of the Central Division, and the most surprising part is what’s currently the biggest issue. When the Avs stumbled to a 14-13 start,

Miles Wood has more history with Mackenzie Blackwood than any other member of the Colorado Avalanche. They were teammates for part of one season in the AHL and five years in the NHL with the New Jersey Devils. They’ve been two of the best golfers on every team they’ve played on.

Traveling alone in the backcountry significantly increases the risk of avalanche danger, as if an avalanche occurs, you are less likely to be rescued quickly due to the lack of a partner to assist in finding and extricating you; therefore, it is strongly advised to always travel with at least one companion in avalanche terrain

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Rescue crews headed to Colorado's mountains for avalanche rescue training where teams responded as if several people had been buried in the snow.

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An experienced solo backcountry skier and a one-time member of the Ouray Mountain Rescue Team was the person who died in an avalanche in Colorado a week ago.

Instead, the Avs operated with the urgency of Eeyore. And the crowd wasn’t exactly buzzing either. For long stretches, the only sound was sticks clicking the ice. Close your eyes and it was hard to tell if this was Ball Arena or a Family Sports Center practice.

A skier was killed in an avalanche on January 7, 2025 on Red Mountain Pass in Colorado. Following the accident, the Colorado Avalanche Information Center (CAIC) has released a full investigation and accident report via both their website and social media. Tap or click the video below to watch the CAIC's full field report:

The bitter cold weather that overtook Colorado over the past several days brought in increased avalanche risk, so first responders of members of Loveland Ski Patrol prepared for the potential of avalanches over the next few days.

Colorado’s winter snowpack is off to a promising start, but experts warn that conditions beneath the surface make this season particularly hazardous for backcountry recreation. At a community talk on Jan.