avalanche

Winter weather has finally returned in New York State after a long stretch of mild temperatures making it feel more like Spring. If you're heading out to enjoy the snowy mountains, be advised. There is a risk of possible avalanches in the Adirondack Mountain backcountry.

Is there ever an avalanche in New York State? Yes, there is and here's what the NYS DEC is saying to do before you head to these Upstate snow areas:

It may look more like spring in Central New York but it's still winter in the Adirondacks where there is a risk of avalanches.

SEATTLE (AP) — A Washington state mountain climbing group says a member of its Everest team has died as a result of an avalanche that hit the mountain following the Nepal earthquake.