Avalanche Statement – HIGH Avalanche Warning
(revised March 19 7:30pm.)…Issued March 19, 9AM…A HIGH avalanche hazard is developing. Heavy snowfall with 25″ in Thompson Pass and 16″ in Valdez is pushing the tipping point…Heavy snow will continue into Sunday… Backcountry travel is discouraged…Road travelers should be aware of the potential for large avalanches in and around Thompson Pass and the potential for road closures…
…This warning will expire on Sunday the 20th at noon…