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.