Fields of Surface Hoar

Fields of Surface Hoar

Surface Hoar is being found in many locations throughout southwest Montana.  This picture was taken up Hyalite.  If it does not melt or get blown over before the next snowstorm, it can produce avalanches when buried.  Photo: W. Shoutis

Advisory Year
11-12

Forecast link: GNFAC Avalanche Advisory for Tue Dec 13, 2011GNFAC Avalanche Advisory for Wed Dec 14, 2011GNFAC Avalanche Advisory for Thu Dec 15, 2011
Northern Gallatin, 2011-12-13
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