Two avalanches occurred in Colorado over the weekend, resulting in the death of one skier and the injury of two others. The Colorado Avalanche Information Center is investigating the incidents and has warned skiers and snowboarders to be aware of the potential for avalanches in the area. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the families of those affected.
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On Friday, a massive backcountry avalanche swept two skiers and a snowboarder down a mountainside in western Colorado. Rescue teams were able to locate and extradite two of the victims, however the third, 36-year-old Joel Shute of Glenwood Springs, was found dead on Saturday. The Colorado Avalanche Information Center is warning backcountry skiers and snowboarders to be aware of the current avalanche danger in the area.