LOVELAND PASS, Colo. — After a snow-starved start to the winter season, Colorado backcountry enthusiasts are eagerly anticipating this weekend's major mountain snowfall.

However, experts are urging extreme caution as conditions could trigger avalanches.

The I-70 corridor is expecting seven to 15 inches of snowfall, creating what officials describe as a perfect storm for avalanche activity.

"It's going to lead to a pretty dramatic uptick in avalanche danger," said Brian Lazar, deputy director of Colorado's Avalanche Information Center (CAIC).

Lazar explained that strong winds combined with the substantial snowfall amount will create ideal conditions for avalanches.

A weak layer of early snow beneath the newest snowfall will compound the danger.

"It's a one-two punch. So, you know, thi

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