Avalanche

The Northwest Avalanche Center Leads National Effort to Modernize Avalanche Forecasting and Mountain Safety Information

The Northwest Avalanche Center (NWAC) is spearheading a significant national initiative to overhaul how avalanche and mountain weather forecasts are…

NWAC Celebrates 50 Years of Avalanche Forecasting with a Season of Engaging Community Events

The Northwest Avalanche Center (NWAC) recently concluded a vibrant fall event season, marked by a series of engaging community gatherings…

Three Hikers Caught and Carried in Significant Avalanche on Peak 3 in Chugach State Park

Three hikers experienced a harrowing ordeal on Saturday, April 25th, 2026, when they were caught and carried by a substantial…

Fifty Years of Avalanche Awareness: NWAC Marks Half a Century of Saving Lives

October 2025 marks a significant milestone for avalanche safety in the Pacific Northwest as the Northwest Avalanche Center (NWAC) celebrates…

Rusty Rustigian’s Enduring Impact on Avalanche Safety and NWAC’s Digital Future

Rusty Rustigian’s journey with the Northwest Avalanche Center (NWAC) is a testament to dedication, innovation, and the evolving landscape of…

NWAC Development & Communications Manager Reflects on Mission-Driven Work and the Evolving Landscape of Avalanche Safety

The NorthWest Avalanche Center (NWAC) is a vital organization dedicated to providing avalanche forecasts and safety information to the public,…

New Volunteer and Communications Coordinator Joins Northwest Avalanche Center to Enhance Outreach and Safety Initiatives

The Northwest Avalanche Center (NWAC) has announced the appointment of a new Volunteer and Communications Coordinator, a move aimed at…

NWAC Launches Robust Volunteer Program Offering Elite Avalanche Education and Membership Perks

The Northwest Avalanche Center (NWAC) has unveiled an expanded and enhanced volunteer program designed to express profound gratitude for its…

Honoring a Legacy of Avalanche Forecasting in the Pacific Northwest

The 2025-26 season marks a monumental milestone for the Northwest Avalanche Center (NWAC) as it commemorates 50 years of dedicated…

New Findings From Swiss Institute Reveal Counterintuitive Avalanche Dynamics

The long-standing debate surrounding the stability of snowpack under pressure has been significantly advanced by groundbreaking research from the Institute…