![Lower Elevation Avalanche Lower Elevation Avalanche](/sites/default/files/images/feb7_avy.jpg)
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
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