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Special Weather Statement
National Weather Service Burlington VT
356 PM EST Mon Feb 17 2025

NYZ034-VTZ006-017-181200-
Western Essex-Lamoille-Eastern Chittenden-
Including the cities of Lake Placid, Newcomb, Johnson, Stowe,
Richmond, and Underhill
356 PM EST Mon Feb 17 2025

...INCREASED RISK FOR AVALANCHES IN THE NORTH COUNTRY...

Recent snowfall combined with the pre-existing state of the
snowpack has created the potential for avalanches in the
backcountry of the Green Mountains in Vermont and the Adirondacks
in northern New York.

Outdoor enthusiasts heading into the backcountry to snowshoe,
ski, or ice climb need to be aware of the avalanche danger, the
risks involved and take the appropriate precautions.

Avoid avalanche prone areas such as steep, unstable slopes or
downslope areas from vulnerable locations. If skiing, hiking, or
snowshoeing stay on marked trails and avoid exposed open slopes.

Monitor announcements from local or state officials about the
possible risk of avalanche and stay tuned to the latest National
Weather Service forecasts and statements.

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