A series of snow storms combined with no thaws have led to a massive snowpack throughout the Tri-Lakes area. With that, comes the heightened risk of avalanches, according to a local avalanche expert.

The 2025 water year took a big step forward in February after atmospheric rivers delivered rain and snow to California.

METEOROLOGIST HEATHER WALDMAN WHEN DO WE EXPECT THOSE CHANGES? YEAH, NOT UNTIL ABOUT MIDDAY TOMORROW FOR THE SIERRA. AND WE’RE NOT TALKING ABOUT A LOT OF SNOW. BUT IF YOU’RE GOING UP TO DO A LITTLE ...