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CBJ Avalanche Advisory Update 12-31-2025 (8:25 AM)

City and Borough of Juneau – Avalanche Advisory Update 12-31-2025 (8:20 AM)

There is no change to avalanche hazards this morning. Avalanche conditions above Behrends Ave and Thane Rd remain elevated.

Residents near Behrends Avenue and Thane Road should remain alert and prepared. Conditions can change rapidly. This is not an evacuation advisory. Additional alerts will be issued if conditions escalate and further action is required.

This storm represents an unprecedented snowfall event for Juneau, resulting in sustained high avalanche hazard.

Thane Road remains CLOSED at the avalanche gates due to continued avalanche risk. Alaska Department of Transportation & Public Facilities (DOT&PF) crews are actively assessing conditions and will provide another update around 12:00 PM.

CBJ Emergency Programs is monitoring conditions closely and coordinating with DOT&PF and the National Weather Service.

Additional updates will be shared as conditions change.

How to Prepare:

Have a go-bag ready
Keep phones charged and alerts enabled
Be ready to evacuate quickly if conditions worsen
Limit travel in avalanche-exposed areas
Monitor official CBJ updates at bit.ly/CBJavalanche

This is not an evacuation advisory. Additional alerts will be issued if conditions escalate and further action is required.

Learn more about CBJ Avalanche advisories, how to prepare and monitor your risk at juneau.org/newsroom-item/avalanche-readiness.

For inquiries, contact [email protected].

Avalanches on Basin Road and Behrends Avenue

Avalanches have occurred on Basin Road and above Behrends Avenue. No damage or injuries have been reported at this time.

Basin Road is closed at the 8th Street intersection. Please avoid the avalanche area to ensure everyone’s safety and allow first responders to work smoothly.

Residents and homeowners are encouraged to stay alert to their surroundings and to current weather conditions. In the event of an emergency, call 911 immediately.

The general public should avoid spending time in avalanche paths for the next 48 hours as heavy snow remains on the mountain and there is potential for further slides in current weather conditions. For more information, see CBJ’s 2022 avalanche maps.

For current avalanche advisory status, visit the CBJ Urban Avalanche Advisory page.

For the latest weather information, visit the National Weather Service Juneau forecast page.