Oregon Plains Rd., Bloomingdale, NY. NCPR Photo of the Day: Brian Fitz
Feb 15, 2021 — Ahead of Tuesday's snowstorm, state officials are warning of avalanche risk in the Adirondack High Peaks.
The Dept. of Environmental Conservation issued the warning over the weekend.
“DEC is cautioning anyone headed to the Adirondack High Peaks region and planning to ski, snowboard, or traverse backcountry slides and other avalanche-prone terrain to be extremely careful and prepare for avalanche conditions,” said DEC Commissioner Basil Seggos.
The Adirondacks are expected to get an additional 8-12 inches of snow tonight through Tuesday evening, which is on top of the 5-6 feet of snow in parts of the High Peaks. “Recent storms have resulted in a significant amount of new snow and we are expecting an increase in the number of recreational enthusiasts visiting the High Peaks to snowshoe, cross country ski, or simply enjoy the pristine surroundings,” Seggos said.