Avalanche — Northern Lynn Canal, Alaska

2001-12-07 to 2001-12-08 · Northern Lynn Canal, Alaska

Wider weather episode

A minor avalanche resulting from the release of accumulated snow from previous snows blocked the Haines Highway for about 24 hours. An estimated cost to rent equipment and the time to clear the road was $4000.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 5273916. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.