Acceleration of Snowmelt By Dust
Dust blown in from adjoining deserts sometimes accelerates snowmelt in the San Juans.
- Dust Accelerates Snowmelt in the San Juan Mountains
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2005 (Less dust)
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2006 (More dust)
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2008 (Less dust)
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2009 (More dust)
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