Lower Elevation Avalanche

Lower Elevation Avalanche

This avalanche was located on the SE flank of Mineral Mountain at 8,500' between Cooke City and Silver Gate.  The photo was taken yesterday (2/07) and represents the issue of lower elevation slopes being thinner and weaker.  Photo: B. Fredlund

Advisory Year
12-13

Forecast link: GNFAC Avalanche Advisory for Fri Feb 8, 2013GNFAC Avalanche Forecast for Sat Feb 9, 2013GNFAC Avalanche Advisory for Sun Feb 10, 2013
Cooke City, 2013-02-08
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