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natural-disasters2 years ago•11 min saved

Wrangellites Unite: Surviving and Searching in the Aftermath of the Alaska Landslide

A deadly landslide occurred on November 20 in Wrangell, Alaska, following days of heavy rain. The landslide claimed the lives of a family of five and blocked the road, leaving about 70 people stranded without power for a week. In the midst of fear and confusion, neighbors came together to help each other evacuate to safety. Search and rescue teams faced challenging conditions as they searched for survivors. The incident has left residents questioning whether they should permanently leave their homes.

via KTOO|

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Wrangell Landslide Claims Fifth Victim as Search Continues

The death toll from a deadly landslide in Wrangell, Alaska, has reached five as authorities recover another body, with one person still missing. The landslide occurred during a storm that brought heavy rainfall and gusty winds, and it destroyed three homes. The body of Otto Florschutz, 65, was found and recovered from the debris, while 12-year-old Derek Heller remains missing. The victims include the Heller family, Timothy, Beth, Kara, and Mara, as well as Otto Florschutz's wife, Christina, who survived the incident.

via The Weather Channel|

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Wrangell residents return home after deadly Alaska landslide, survivors recount terrifying experience

Residents of Wrangell, Alaska, who were cut off by a deadly landslide last week, have begun returning home as crews clear debris from the affected area. The landslide, which buried three homes and claimed the lives of four people, was caused by heavy rain and high winds. Two individuals remain missing. Power and partial road access have been restored, allowing limited access for residents. Geologists are monitoring the area for any further danger, as more precipitation and wind are forecasted. Governor Mike Dunleavy has declared a disaster, and affected individuals can apply for assistance with damages and emergency expenses.

via Anchorage Daily News|

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Tragic Alaska landslide claims four lives, leaves two children missing

A devastating landslide in Wrangell, Alaska, has claimed the lives of three family members and left two children missing. The victims include Timothy and Beth Heller, along with their children Mara, Derek, and Kara. Their neighbor, Otto Florschutz, who previously ran for a congressional seat, is also missing. The landslide occurred during heavy rainfall and strong winds, causing significant damage to homes and cutting off access to the town. Search and rescue efforts are ongoing, while counseling will be provided to students and staff affected by the tragedy.

via East Idaho News|

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Identifying the Victims: Alaska Landslide Claims Lives of Family Members and Former US Rep Candidate

The victims of a devastating landslide in Wrangell, Alaska, have been identified as a family of five and their neighbor, a commercial fisherman who ran for a seat in the U.S. House last year. The parents and their oldest child have been found dead, while the two younger children and the neighbor remain missing. The landslide, which occurred during heavy rainfall and strong winds, destroyed homes and buried a highway, cutting off access to around 54 residences. Efforts are underway to clear debris and provide supplies to those affected.

via OregonLive|

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Tragic Alaska landslide claims three lives, leaves two children missing

A devastating landslide in Wrangell, Alaska, has claimed the lives of three family members and their neighbor, while two children remain missing. The victims were identified as Timothy and Beth Heller, along with their children Mara, Derek, and Kara. The landslide occurred during heavy rainfall and strong winds, burying homes and cutting off access to the town. The community is providing support and supplies to those affected, while authorities continue to clear debris from the area.

via ABC News|

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Tragic Alaska landslide claims five-member family

A landslide in Wrangell, Alaska, has claimed the lives of at least three people, with three others still missing. Rescue operations have been halted after search teams scoured the debris field that buried three houses and a stretch of highway. The victims have been identified as Timothy Heller, his wife Beth Heller, and their 16-year-old daughter Mara. Two younger children, Derek and Kara Heller, along with 65-year-old Otto Florschutz, are still missing and presumed dead. The heavily wooded mountainside gave way after heavy rain and high winds, engulfing everything in its path.

via Reuters|

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Tragic Landslide in Wrangell, Alaska Claims Lives and Leaves Others Missing

A landslide struck homes in Wrangell, Alaska, killing three people, including a girl, and leaving at least three others missing. The landslide, estimated to be 450 feet wide, crossed a roadway and smashed into three single-family homes. Rescue efforts are being led by Alaska State Troopers, with assistance from the U.S. Coast Guard and the U.S. Forest Service. The public has been asked to stay away from the slide area due to unstable slope conditions, and nearby residents have been urged to evacuate. Governor Mike Dunleavy has issued a disaster declaration for Wrangell.

via The New York Times|

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Tragic Landslide in Alaska Claims Lives and Leaves Others Missing

A fatal landslide near Wrangell, Alaska, has claimed the lives of three people, destroyed three homes, and left three individuals missing. Search and rescue efforts are ongoing, with searchers finding a woman alive and recovering the bodies of two adults. The landslide, triggered by heavy rainfall, has prompted the evacuation of residents in the affected area. State geologists are assessing the landslide hazard, and the governor has issued a disaster declaration to provide assistance to affected residents and repair infrastructure.

via Alaska Public Media News|

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Tragic Alaska Landslide Claims One Life, Leaves Others Missing

One person has died and at least seven others are believed to be missing after a large landslide struck a remote community in southeast Alaska. The landslide, estimated to be about 450ft wide, occurred near Wrangell, destroying three homes and cutting off access and power to approximately 75 homes. Authorities are using cadaver-sniffing dogs and heat-sensing drones to search for additional victims, but the unstable and hazardous conditions have hindered rescue efforts. The community is rallying together, and the state has declared a disaster in Wrangell.

via The Guardian|

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"Fatal Landslide Devastates Alaska Homes, Leaving One Dead and Others Missing"

One person has been killed and several others are believed to be missing after a landslide destroyed homes outside of Wrangell, Alaska. The landslide occurred without warning and the ground remains unstable, posing a risk of further movement. Heavy precipitation and strong winds in southeast Alaska have triggered multiple landslides in the region. Landslides are common in southeast Alaska, and the threat of mudslides and landslides is expected to remain high due to continued storminess in the area.

via Fox Weather |

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Tragedy Strikes as Landslide Claims Lives in Alaska

A fatal landslide near Wrangell, Alaska, has claimed the life of a girl and destroyed three homes, with five people still missing. Search and rescue efforts are ongoing, and the landslide has prompted the evacuation of nearby residents. The landslide, triggered by heavy rainfall, has cut off access and power to approximately 75 homes. State officials have issued a disaster declaration to provide assistance to affected residents and repair infrastructure.

via Alaska Public Media News|

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Devastating Landslides Strike Southeast Alaska, Leaving Destruction and Loss in Their Wake

A massive landslide occurred about 11 miles outside of Wrangell, Alaska, destroying at least two houses and covering the highway. The number of missing individuals remains undisclosed, and officials have evacuated multiple families in the area. Due to unstable ground, the full extent of the damage is yet to be assessed. Search and rescue efforts have been temporarily halted due to concerns about the area's stability. Local crews, including State Troopers and the U.S. Coast Guard, are responding to the landslide. Power outages have occurred, and residents are advised not to travel past the 6-Mile mark on the highway.

via KSTK|

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Landslide Devastates Homes in Wrangell, Search and Rescue Underway

Multiple houses have been affected by a large landslide south of Wrangell in Southeast Alaska, prompting a multi-agency emergency response. The exact number of homes involved is still being determined, and it is unclear if anyone was caught in the slide. The main slide measures about 200 feet, and the area is too dangerous to enter directly. A state geologist will assess the stability of the slide, allowing for a more thorough search. Heavy rains in December 2020 triggered a massive landslide in Haines, resulting in two presumed deaths.

via Anchorage Daily News|

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