Avalanche Danger

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As the temperatures begin to warm this week, the many layers of snow piled on the sides of Mt. Jumbo will begin to shift, so authorities are watching closely while the area is still closed to the public.

Missoula received a record one-day snowfall from Sunday into Monday, and aside from commuters maneuvering through foot high snowdrifts, there is real danger for back country hikers and skiers to a vastly increased avalanche danger.

Take your time and be very careful.

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