Heavy snowfall accompanied by strong winds have created dangerous avalanche conditions. The avalanche danger is CONSIDERABLE on steep, wind drifted slopes, and human triggered avalanches are likely on all aspects at upper elevations. On slopes that face NW-N-E, the new snow load has also increased the danger for triggering a deep and dangerous avalanche failing on a buried, persistent weak layer. Most low elevation, and south facing terrain below treeline has a MODERATE danger. Backcountry travelers today need to have excellent route finding and snow stability analysis skills. Avoid steep, wind loaded terrain.