CBJ AVALANCHE OPERATIONAL LEVELS

NORMAL MONITORING

MARCH 20, 2026 – CBJ CONTINUES TO MONITOR WEATHER AND SNOW CONDITIONS. NATURAL AVALANCHES MAY OCCUR, HOWEVER THREAT TO HOMES OR INFRASTRUCTURE FROM AVALANCHES IS UNLIKELY.

CHANGING CONDITIONS COULD INCREASE RISK FROM AVALANCHE HAZARDS. RESIDENTS OF HAZARD AREAS SHOULD REMAIN READY- KNOW YOUR RISK AND SIGN UP FOR EMERGENCY ALERTS.

Key Action Links

Sign up for Emergency Alerts
Current Avalanche weather information (NWS)
Thane Road Closure notifications (DOTPF)

Downtown Avalanche Hazard Map

Weather Station Map (CAAC)

Current Snowpack Discussion- 3/20/2026 (7:40AM)

Avalanche activity has been minimal over the last several days. Storm slab has been building with short but intense snow showers and upper elevation start zones have been filling in. This storm slab has not been producing avalanches but with a possibly intense round of heavy snowfall and increased winds moving in tonight and through tomorrow hazard will be increasing.  With more snow in the forecast storm slab will continue to build and natural avalanches remain possible but are not expected to impact homes or infrastructure at this time.

We remain at “ready” within the ready, set, go framework. Updates will be provided as conditions change

John Bressette, CBJ Avalanche Advisor

AValanche season Travel & Exposure Guidance

  • Sign up for emergency alerts – Conditions can change rapidly. Get texts and calls about avalanche risk in your area.

  • Know your risk – Check the downtown avalanche hazard maps to see if your home is in an avalanche-prone area.

  • Minimize exposure- Avoid travel beneath known slide paths during elevated conditions

  • Make a go bag – Pack food, water, medications, important documents, and pet supplies.

  • Assemble a home disaster kit- items as flashlights, batteries, canned food, blankets, and other items you might need in a disaster

Emergency Shelter

Exterior of municipal building

The American Red Cross is prepared to provide shelter at Mt. Jumbo Gym in the event of an evacuation advisory. Check out these tips for how to prepare for an emergency in the video below.

Vehicle Parking

On-street parking for evacuees is available near Mt. Jumbo Gym.  If people have questions, concerns, or they’ve been displaced from their home due to the winter storm they can call 1-800-RED-CROS for follow-up.

Evacuating with Pets

Juneau Animal Rescue (JAR) offers emergency sheltering for pets through their Safe-Keeping Program (PDF).

If you evacuate from a slide path, please do not leave pets behind in the hazard zone.  This puts your pets and first responders at additional unnecessary risk.  If you need help finding safe sheltering resources for your pet(s) during an evacuation, or require assistance with safely evacuating your pet(s), please contact Juneau Animal Control & Protection at 907-789-6997.  For after hours emergency assistance, contact JPD Dispatch at 907-586-0600.

Cats in kennels can be accommodated at Mt Jumbo Gym with evacuated residents. Dogs will need to be sheltered at Juneau Animal Rescue.

JAR and KTOO have created resources to help pet owners prepare for emergencies and evacuation. Click the button below to watch the video or download JAR’s Emergency Pet Planning brochure.

Learn More

Alerts: What to Expect

Residents can expect to receive important notifications and alerts regarding avalanche and flood evacuations with little notice. Please sign up for alerts via the button below.

Sign Up for Alerts

Volunteer/Ask For Help

The United Way of Southeast Alaska is coordinating volunteer efforts and offers of help. Sign up to volunteer—or ask for help—using the form below.

Volunteer

Road Closure Info – Alaska 511

Alaska DOT and CBJ will be tracking and reporting road closures at 511.alaska.gov.

You can sign up to receive alerts and visit the Alaska 511 website for the latest road closure updates.

Visit Alaska 511

Avalanche safety: what to know

before a storm or elevated conditions

  • Check current avalanche conditions

  • Plan alternate travel routes

  • Avoid unnecessary travel near steep slopes

During Elevated Avalanche Conditions

  • Avoid travel beneath known avalanche paths

  • Follow road and trail closures

  • Do not stop or linger in avalanche runout areas

  • Monitor official updates and alerts

After Storms or Avalanche Activity

  • Avoid debris piles and runout zones

  • Follow reopening notices before resuming normal travel

  • Report observed avalanche activity to appropriate authorities

Resources and Contact Info

If you are experiencing a non-emergency flooding on or related to a CBJ road or infrastructure (culvert, etc.) please use the following contacts: 

  • For assistance during daytime hours before 4:00 p.m., contact the CBJ Streets & Fleet Maintenance team at (907) 586-5256.  
  • For assistance after 4:00 p.m., please contact JPD’s non-emergency line, (907) 586-0600.  

To request assistance clearing storm drains near your property, or, for assistance regarding the CBJ storm damage reporting form, please email [email protected]. Emergency Response staff are actively monitoring these emails and will work to respond promptly.  

National Weather Service

Road Closure Info – Alaska511

Fire Hydrant/ Storm Drain Map

Emergency Alerts Signup

Tlingit & Haida Emergency Services

CBJ Emergency Programs

University of Alaska Southeast

American Red Cross – Alaska