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Atmospheric River Sparks Avalanche Warning in Northern Rockies
12/8/2025
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- A significant atmospheric river threatens deadly avalanches in northern Idaho and northwestern Montana.
- The Idaho Panhandle Avalanche Center issued a Backcountry Avalanche Watch due to high danger as heavy snow shifts to intense rain.
- The watch is in effect from 6 a.m. PST to 4 p.m. PST on Monday, covering several mountain ranges.
- Backcountry users should avoid avalanche-prone areas and stay vigilant, as risks may extend beyond forecasted zones.
