Avalanche country should be avoided, but the city’s emergency programs manager says slides are not likely to hit houses.
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Draft ordinance on city hazard maps seeks balance between property rights and public safety
After more than a year, Juneau has resumed discussion of landslide and avalanche hazard zones with the introduction of a new draft ordinance.
Blizzard warning in effect for Juneau, avalanche danger is high
Snow amounts of 5 to 10 inches have been reported in the region. The city’s current urban avalanche advisory is high.
Tropical front brings heavy rain to Juneau
A high wind warning is in effect until midnight, with 60-mile-per-hour gusts and power outages possible.
Juneau may adopt new hazard maps downtown, but some residents want to wait
A new scientific report puts about half of the structures downtown at moderate to severe risk of landslide or avalanche.