Record-breaking rainfall has caused flooding, landslides, and moderate to severe damage in communities across Southeast Alaska. Haines was the hardest hit, with heavy rains washing out many roads and landslides taking out homes. The Juneau airport saw nearly five inches of rain in a 24-hour period, a new record for daily rainfall. City and state crews were busy clearing roadways of mud and debris, and many creeks and lakes were at risk of flooding. The storm front is expected to move out of the region Wednesday evening, but flood watches and warnings are still active.
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Juneau, Alaska, United States |