Avalanche

Officials with the U.S. Forest Service are advising the public to be cautious when visiting the National Forest this winter.

The U.S. Forest Service is warning recreationists and visitors to the National Forest about several potential hazards during the winter season.

Every winter, thrill-seekers hit the slopes, but the stark numbers remind us of the hidden dangers lurking in those snowy mountains.

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With heavy snow in the forecast for the mountains of North Central Washington in the days ahead, the National Forest Service is reminding visitors to be aware of the risk for avalanches. Spokesperson Robin DeMario with the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest says it's always important to check the latest avalanche forecasts before venturing into mountainous areas...

The Washington State Department of Transportation (DOT) has announced the seasonal closure of the North Cascades Highway. The 37-mile stretch of State Route 20 between the Ross Dam Trailhead (milepost 134) and Silver Star (milepost 171) closes annually due to heavy snowfall and avalanche risks during the colder months...

Arttui Lehkonen and Logan O’Connor scored their first goals of the season in the second period, Mikko Rantanen scored his third with 6:15 remaining and the Colorado Avalanche beat the Seattle Kraken 4-1

The biggest changes for the Kraken on and off the ice has simply been normalcy. Whether it’s being simple team activities or involved in the Seattle community, The Kraken have been able to operate without limitation they did in their inaugural season.

The Seattle Kraken lost leading scorer Jared McCann to an injury in the first period of Game 4 against Colorado following a hit from Avalanche Cale Makar and he won't be available for Game 5.