11th avalanche fatality this year: Spring avalanche danger increases for back country skiers

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11th avalanche fatality this year: Spring avalanche danger increases for back country skiers
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With the warmer temps, Colorado officials are warning of spring avalanches. The current forecast calls for 'moderate danger'. There have been 11 avalanche fatalities in the state this year:

SUMMIT COUNTY, Colo. - While some ski resorts are closed up for the season, Colorado's backcountry still offers some great spring skiing. With the warmer temps, officials are warning of spring avalanches.

The Colorado Avalanche Information Center said we're getting into the time of year when meltwater in the snowpack will cause more slides.

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