Avalanche Warning Issued For Mount Washington As Extreme Winds Could Top 150 Mph

CBS Boston

February 18, 2025

Large and destructive avalanches are "very likely" on Mount Washington and New Hampshire's Presidential mountain range on Monday, forecasters say, as wind gusts at the summit of New England's tallest peak could exceed 150 mph.

"Today is not the day to travel strategically in Presidential Range avalanche terrain or try and outsmart the avalanche problem," the Mount Washington Avalanche Center said in a statement. "Avalanches today are likely to be very large and could be highly destructive and unsurvivable if you are caught. It is worth noting that rescue teams may not be able to safely enter avalanche terrain today in the case of an emergency."

The avalanche warning is in effect until 7 a.m. Tuesday.

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