James and Bill Montiver’s harrowing experience during a deadly landslide highlights the growing danger of such disasters in Southeast Alaska, where rising threats now touch local lives.
This incident is part of a concerning trend, as since 2015, Southeast Alaska has endured four deadly landslides, which have claimed a dozen lives in numerous towns.
Experts stress that the implementation of hazard maps is crucial for informing residents about the dangers of landslides and for enhancing local safety infrastructure.
While risk awareness through hazard mapping could enhance public safety, it also poses the challenge of restricting future development opportunities in vulnerable areas.
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