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~ Juneau, Alaska - The potential for avalanches in all known slide paths remains high and very likely to increase in the next 24 hours, according to the latest update from the CBJ Avalanche Advisory. This update, released at 5:37 p.m. on January 8, warns of increased snowfall, warmer temperatures, and the potential for several inches of rain at high elevations.
The CBJ Avalanche Advisor has urged residents to stay informed about current avalanche hazards and snowpack conditions by visiting juneau.org/emergency/avalanche-information. While this is not an evacuation advisory, the city is closely monitoring conditions and may issue one in the near future. In the event of an evacuation advisory, an emergency alert will be sent out.
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To prepare for potential emergencies, CBJ has prepositioned resources including sheltering at Centennial Hall and additional response resources if needed. As a precautionary measure, Alaska DOT&PF will close Thane Road at the avalanche gates on Friday, January 9 at 12 p.m. due to high avalanche hazard to the roadway. This closure will be re-evaluated on Saturday morning at 8 a.m., but residents should be prepared for extended road closures.
CBJ will issue an alert if there are any major changes observed and an evacuation advisory is issued. Current hazard levels can be found at bit.ly/CBJavalanche. Residents are advised to know their risk level, remain vigilant, have a go-bag ready, create household evacuation plans, and stay signed up for emergency alerts.
For any questions or concerns, please contact [insert contact information]. The safety of our community is our top priority during this time of increased avalanche hazards. Stay informed and prepared as we continue to monitor these conditions closely.
The CBJ Avalanche Advisor has urged residents to stay informed about current avalanche hazards and snowpack conditions by visiting juneau.org/emergency/avalanche-information. While this is not an evacuation advisory, the city is closely monitoring conditions and may issue one in the near future. In the event of an evacuation advisory, an emergency alert will be sent out.
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To prepare for potential emergencies, CBJ has prepositioned resources including sheltering at Centennial Hall and additional response resources if needed. As a precautionary measure, Alaska DOT&PF will close Thane Road at the avalanche gates on Friday, January 9 at 12 p.m. due to high avalanche hazard to the roadway. This closure will be re-evaluated on Saturday morning at 8 a.m., but residents should be prepared for extended road closures.
CBJ will issue an alert if there are any major changes observed and an evacuation advisory is issued. Current hazard levels can be found at bit.ly/CBJavalanche. Residents are advised to know their risk level, remain vigilant, have a go-bag ready, create household evacuation plans, and stay signed up for emergency alerts.
For any questions or concerns, please contact [insert contact information]. The safety of our community is our top priority during this time of increased avalanche hazards. Stay informed and prepared as we continue to monitor these conditions closely.
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