Huntington Ravine currently has CONSIDERABLE avalanche danger. Natural avalanches are possible and human triggered avalanches are probable. Unstable slabs are probable on steep terrain. Be increasingly cautious in steeper terrain.

The summit received another 7.5cm (2.9") of snow in the last 24 hours bringing the total for the last three days to 25.5cm (10"). This snow has been moved around by W and WNW winds which have been between 80-130kph(50-80 mph). Such conditions are optimal for direct loading of S, SE and E aspects and cross-loading on others. All of this snow has fallen on a variable crust layer left by Saturday's rain. I haven't seen the ravine in three days due to the fog and blowing snow but anticipate you will find a variety of conditions due to the variability of the rain crust layer. You can expect to find scoured areas and areas with a lot of new wind slab. The cold temperatures are not conducive to good bonding therefore you should be increasingly cautious on steep terrain today.

The Summit currently has a temperature of -38C (-36F) with winds around 160kph (80 mph). This gives us a windchill of over -80C (-91F). Be prepared for artic conditions if you venture above treeline. These bitter cold temperatures are expected to stay through the weekend. Yesterday I said "It's cold out there!", today my phrase is "It's REALLY cold out there!"

The John Sherburne ski trail has variable conditions. Expect areas of ice, some blowouts, abrupt water bars, open holes, and running water. The new snow has been blown clean off the trail in places and in others it is hiding the ice. Be prepared for abrupt trail changes.

THE LION HEAD WINTER ROUTE IS OPEN. This is a steep and challenging route. Ice axe, crampons, and the skill to use them well are necessary for safe travel. Remember, it is always easier to go up than come down.

AS ALWAYS, THIS ADVISORY IS ONE MORE TOOL TO HELP YOU MAKE YOUR OWN DECISIONS IN AVALANCHE TERRAIN. It should be used along with your own snow stability assessments, knowledge of safe travel techniques, skill in reading mountain weather's effect on the snowpack, and avalanche rescue.