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CBJ Avalanche Advisory Update – 01-05-2026 (2:16PM)

CBJ Avalanche Advisory Update – January 5, 2026 (2:16 p.m.)

New snowfall, warming temperatures and high winds in the forecast are elevating avalanche risk in all known slide paths (see map).

This is not an evacuation advisory; however, conditions can change quickly and with little warning. CBJ will send out an emergency alert if an evacuation advisory is called. CBJ is prepositioning resources to prepare for potential emergency sheltering (Centennial Hall) as well as additional response resources should they be required.

DOT&PF reminds drivers to use caution while travelling on Thane Road and not to stop in the known avalanche zone.

CBJ will continue issue alerts like these if conditions worsen or major changes are observed. You can find current hazard levels at bit.ly/CBJavalanche.

This is not an evacuation advisory. Residents should know their risk, remain alert, have a go-bag ready, prepare household evacuation plans and stay signed up for emergency alerts.

For questions contact [email protected].

January 5th, 2026|

CBJ Facilities, Juneau Schools Closed on January 5

City and Borough of Juneau (CBJ) facilities and Juneau School District (JSD) schools will be closed on Monday, January 5 due to a high-confidence forecast of very heavy snow during the day tomorrow, increasing existing road hazards. CBJ staff will continue to provide services remotely wherever possible.

The National Weather Service predicts very heavy snowfall (1 inch per hour) starting tomorrow midday and continuing through the afternoon. causing very limited visibility and hazardous road conditions during peak commuting hours.

CBJ encourages all residents to stay off the roads for their safety and the safety of others, and to allow snow removal teams to do their work as safely and efficiently as possible.

The closure impacts all CBJ facilities and offices listed below. For more information about the JSD schools closure, please visit www.juneauschools.org.

CBJ Facilities Closed – January 5:

All Juneau Public Libraries locations and the Juneau Douglas City Museum.
All Juneau Parks & Recreation facilities will be closed. This includes the Dimond Park Field House, Dimond Park Aquatic Center, Augustus G. Brown Pool, Treadwell Arena, the Zach Gordon Youth Center and all other recreation facilities. Shéiyi X̱aat Hit Youth Shelter remains open.
City Hall, the CBJ Permit Center and all CBJ offices will be closed to the public but accessible by phone or email.

Capital Transit continues to operate on winter routes. Visit juneaucapitaltransit.org for more information.

CBJ will continue to monitor storm conditions and share updates as available.

For media inquiries, contact [email protected].

January 4th, 2026|

CBJ Avalanche Advisory Update – 01-01-2026 (4:27 AM)

No significant new snowfall is expected until early next week. Avalanche risk remains elevated on Mount Juneau slide paths affecting the White Subdivision, Behrends Ave, and all neighborhoods below Mount Juneau. Residents should visit CBJ’s avalanche advisory page to be informed of their risk. This week’s historic storm has created conditions that may persist over an extended period, requiring continued awareness even without daily changes. Conditions can change quickly with little warning. CBJ will send alerts if conditions worsen.

Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities (DOT&PF)’s avalanche hazard reduction work was completed this morning. Thane Road has reopened. DOT&PF reminds drivers not to stop in the avalanche zone and to use caution while travelling on Thane Road.

Moving forward CBJ will only issue alerts like these if conditions worsen or major changes are observed. The absence of an alert does not mean the hazard has diminished. You can find current hazard levels at bit.ly/CBJavalanche.

This is not an evacuation advisory. Residents should remain alert, have a go-bag ready, know their risk, and stay signed up for emergency alerts

January 1st, 2026|

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].

December 31st, 2025|

Full Day Closure at CBJ Facilities on December 31

City and Borough of Juneau (CBJ) facilities are closed today due to the hazardous road conditions this morning from the heavy snowfall accumulation overnight. Residents are encouraged to continue to exercise caution and limit driving where possible until road conditions improve.

The closure impacts all CBJ facilities and offices listed below, CBJ staff will continue to provide services remotely wherever possible.

CBJ Facilities Closed – December 31:

All Juneau Public Libraries locations and the Juneau Douglas City Museum are closed.
All Juneau Parks & Recreation facilities are closed. This includes the Dimond Park Field House, Dimond Park Aquatic Center, Augustus G. Brown Pool, Treadwell Arena and the Zach Gordon Youth Center. Shéiyi X̱aat Hit Youth Shelter remains open.
City Hall, the CBJ Permit Center and all CBJ offices will be closed to the public but accessible by phone or email.
The Juneau Recycling Center is closed today.

Capital Transit continues to operate on winter routes. Visit juneaucapitaltransit.org for more information.

A message from CBJ City Manager, Katie Koester:

This winter storm has been relentless, but Juneau always pulls together when confronted with adversity. We’ve seen so many examples of neighbors helping neighbors in both big and small ways that truly matter.

We ask, once again, that everyone limit driving today where possible for your safety and the safety of others. We deeply appreciate everyone giving our CBJ, state and contracted plow teams time and space to do their work.

As we come to what we hope is the tail end of this storm, CBJ would like to thank our essential crews for their tireless efforts to keep our community safe and running. We’re also incredibly grateful to the people of Juneau for their patience, high spirits and many acts of service throughout this record-breaking event.

December 31st, 2025|