Some residents have chosen to evacuate and others remain at home after city issues avalanche evacuation advisory. Several small avalanches have released in the usual paths across downtown and Thane.
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Eaglecrest Ski Area’s general manager resigns, board chair steps down
The departing manager agreed to stay for another month to help facilitate finding a replacement. The ski area’s Director of Snowsports School, Rental, Retail & Repair Erin Lupro will take over the role of acting general manager.
Part of residential roof collapses under snow in Mendenhall Valley
The homeowner says the interior wasn’t damaged, but suggests others clear their roofs.
‘Ticking time bomb’: Extreme snowfall fuels avalanche danger around Haines
A December storm buried Haines in 3-7 feet of fresh powder, marking one of the largest snow storms in 25 years.
Updates as Juneau recovers from storm, avalanche evacuation advisory lifted
The Flood Advisory has ended and Thane Road has reopened, though closures are still possible.
Fred Meyer, other Juneau businesses close doors amid snow load concerns
A spokesperson says the closure is “out of an abundance of caution” while staff remove snow and address building maintenance. They did not say when Fred Meyer would reopen.