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Earthquake­ triggered avalanche

1964 (approx.)

Detailed Description

At many places along the mountain front bordering Turnagain Arm, earthquake­ triggered avalanches buried the Seward Highway and the main line of The Alaska Railroad. In this slide the railroad is on top of the embankment at the foot of the mountain; "the highway is at the foot of the embankment, at the edge of the mud flats.

Sources/Usage

Public Domain.

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