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Avalanche Closes Haines Highway Amid Record Snowfall

1/14/2026

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An avalanche closed part of the Haines Highway in Alaska on Tuesday night after heavy rain triggered slides.
The Alaska Department of Transportation reported difficult road conditions due to rain-on-ice and urged drivers to avoid the area.
Since Christmas Eve, the Alaska panhandle has received more than 7 feet of snow, prompting evacuations in Juneau.
Governor Mike Dunleavy declared a disaster on Saturday.
Crews will assess highway damage on Wednesday.

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An avalanche closed part of the Haines Highway in Alaska on Tuesday night after heavy rain triggered slides.
The Alaska Department of Transportation reported difficult road conditions due to rain-on-ice and urged drivers to avoid the area.
Since Christmas Eve, the Alaska panhandle has received more than 7 feet of snow, prompting evacuations in Juneau.
Governor Mike Dunleavy declared a disaster on Saturday.
Crews will assess highway damage on Wednesday.