Barry Arm Landslide and Tsunami Hazard
A large steep slope in the Barry Arm fjord 30 miles (50 kilometers) northeast of Whittier, Alaska has the potential to fall into the water and generate a tsunami that could have devastating local effects on those who live, work, and recreate in and around Whittier and in northern Prince William Sound.
View the information provided by the State of Alaska, Natural Resources.
Includes a summary of the event, how to be prepared for a landslide, how to stay informed, and more.