Avalanche Danger

Snow sports

Because of a heavy winter snowfall, the spring avalanche season may continue into early summer as cornices drop and sun-warmed slopes slide.

Avalanche statistics through mid-April show there have been 19 fatalities in the western U.S.

By activity: Snowmobilers 6, climbers/hikers 6, backcountry skiers 5, snowboarders 1, hunters 1.

By state: Utah 6, Washington 5, Montana 3, Idaho 3, Alaska 2.