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New Storm Brings Increased Danger To The High Country (And A Nice Picture)

By Debbie Laity

Real Estate Agent with Cedaredge Land Company

February 28, 2012 09:40 AM

New Storm Brings Increased Danger To The High Country (And A Nice Picture). In most of the Western Mountain areas of Colorado up two new feet of heavy snow fell over the course of last night and today. This means the avalanche danger is at a high level. The strong winds are also adding to this problem.

This comes directly from the Colorado Avalanche Center....The avalanche danger is HIGH (Level 4) in all avalanche terrain today. Natural avalanches are likely and human-triggered are very likely. Some of these avalanches could be some of the largest we've seen this season. Back-country travel is not recommended.

After The Storm Already there have been numerous avalanche related deaths across the state, including a snowboarder in the Telluride area. Skiers and snowboarders aren't the only ones that need to watch out for unstable terrain. This warning also applies to snowmobilers and the danger is also listed very high on The Grand Mesa. (This is a favorite spot for snowmobilers).

There are ways to protect yourself. Carry the right equipment, including probes and beacons. Travel with others, and never expose more than one person at a time to an avalanche prone area. Always watch for unstable snow conditions.

This picture was taken at about 7800 feet early this morning in Cedaredge, Colorado. This is one of the wettest snows I've seen in the 13 years I've livid in this area. The snow is extremely heavy and slick.

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John McCormack, CRS

Albuquerque Homes Realty - Albuquerque, NM

Honesty, Integrity, Results, Experienced. HIRE Me!

Debbie - Wow! I need to turn on some news, I was clueless you guys were under a stage 4 avalanche warning! Indeed a thick, wet snow equals slick. I hope you stay inside as much as possible. The photo is gorgeous every thing draped in it's pristine coat of white.

Feb 28, 2012 09:57 AM

Debbie Laity

Cedaredge Land Company - Cedaredge, CO

Your Real Estate Resource for Delta County, CO

Hi, John. This is the wettest snow I have ever seen. I'm glad you like the picture.

Feb 28, 2012 10:10 AM

Cynthia Streza

Deer Creek Village Realty, LLC - Cedaredge, CO

Real Estate Professional

It sure was nasty weather today, but I got so much work done at the office! This was a bad weather day put to good use!

Feb 28, 2012 10:41 AM

Debbie Laity

Cedaredge Land Company - Cedaredge, CO

Your Real Estate Resource for Delta County, CO

Hi, Cindy. I went by the office because there was a meeting at the school I had to go to. Sierra is in tennis, and there was a parent meeting. I saw you working late. You were so busy, you didn't hear me honk.

The weather was so sloppy today. I had a closing and other things to do outside. I think my feet have finally dried out. The woodstove is cranking out the heat and I'm having a somewhat quiet night. NO BPOs and no real work to do.

Feb 28, 2012 10:54 AM

Charles Stallions Real Estate Services

Charles Stallions Real Estate Services Inc - Gulf Breeze, FL

Buyers Agent 800-309-3414 Pace and Gulf Breeze,Fl.

Hi Debbie you're so right but they want listen you know but ya have had your share of storms for sure.

Feb 29, 2012 09:34 AM

Debbie Laity

Cedaredge Land Company - Cedaredge, CO

Your Real Estate Resource for Delta County, CO

Hi, Joyce. Thanks for stopping by. That was really the wettest snow I've ever seen. Truly amazing.

Feb 29, 2012 09:55 AM

Roy Kelley

Retired - Gaithersburg, MD

Very interesting report. Be careful out there!

Have a most productive March.

Mar 01, 2012 03:25 AM

Don Sabinske

Don Sabinske, Sabinske & Associates Inc. - Zimmerman, MN

Sabinske & Associates Inc.

Two nights ago we had rain, sleet and then about 8 inches of really heavy wet snow. Be careful out there, Debbie.

We certainly don't have to worry about avalanches except off our roofs.

Mar 01, 2012 11:50 AM

Debb Janes

Nature As Neighbors - Camas, WA

Put My Love of Nature At Work for You

My son is a Heli-ski operator in Juneau, Alaska. I'm terrified of avalanches. He's very well trained, and extremely cautious, but I still worry. Breaks my heart to hear about people who die doing fun things outside.

Mar 03, 2012 08:06 AM

Debbie Walsh

SHAHAR Management - Middletown, NY

Hudson Valley NY Real Estate 845.283-3036

I hadn't heard this either. So sad to hear about the deaths related to the snow. Be safe!

Mar 04, 2012 04:45 AM

Toni Weidman

Sailwinds Realty - Trinity, FL

20+ Years Selling Homes in New Port Richey, FL

That is a pretty picture, Debbie. That's a scary thing to worry about avalanches and so sad that so many have been lost this year.

Mar 04, 2012 11:35 PM

Debbie Laity

Cedaredge Land Company - Cedaredge, CO

Your Real Estate Resource for Delta County, CO

Thanks, Roy.

Hi, Don. I grew up in the Midwest. I remember my dad getting on the roof to shovel the snow off of it.

Hi, Debb, and thanks for stopping by. A heli skier...now that's exciting.

Mar 07, 2012 10:11 AM

Debbie Laity

Cedaredge Land Company - Cedaredge, CO

Your Real Estate Resource for Delta County, CO

Hi, Debra. Avalanches are pretty common around here. It's okay unless you try to ski the back country and take too many chances, or don't know what you are doing.

Thanks for stopping by, Toni. I've seen some small avalanches and even the small ones make a lot of noise. They sound like a jet plane flying low over your head. They are pretty neat to watch when you know you are safe.

Mar 07, 2012 10:14 AM

Kristin Hamilton CA REALTOR

Berkshire Hathaway California Realty - Beaumont, CA

(909) 557-6966- Specialize 55+ Communties Banning

Hi Debbie,

I recall hearing in the past few weeks that two people were rescued that had special air bags. One was just dug out last night I believe on the news but I do remember a couple died too. It seems so many experienced skiers are going out of bounds and seem to get into trouble. Your post is very good and answers a lot of questions. I think having the right equipment is so important. I love the photo.

Mar 07, 2012 02:34 PM

Sondra Meyer:

EXP Realty, LLC - Corpus Christi, TX

See It. Experience It. Live It.

Hi Debbie, you are right, the snow did make for a pretty picture. Coming from Texas, I'm still trying to get used to snow. It would be interesting to witness an avalanche from a safe place.

By the way, I like your sun flowers in the background. Very bright and cheerful.

Mar 15, 2012 11:46 AM

Marshall Enterprises

Marshall Enterprises - Saint Michael, MN

Antiques, Lawn Care, and Trashouts

That was a great picture. I imagine that you find a lot of interesting old buildings in your travel around Delta and Montrose Counties Debbie Laity.

Feb 03, 2013 02:49 AM

Debbie Reynolds, C21 Platinum Properties

Platinum Properties- (931)771-9070 - Clarksville, TN

The Dedicated Clarksville TN Realtor-(931)320-6730

Debbie, Now that photo is one that could be entered in a photo contest, no kidding. You should check into it.

Jun 16, 2013 11:50 AM