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Be Prepared For Avalance Season
Weather conditions can drastically change the threat of an avalanche. Steve Karkenen from the West Central Avalanche Center explains considerations that should be made before heading to the back country.
Warm wet weather is affecting snow layering and cold snowy weather is apt to increase avalanche danger in the coming days. For updated avalanche information call 549-4488.
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