Sean Griffin dies in fatal Ketchikan landslide
Sean Griffin dies in fatal Ketchikan landslide
Fatal Ketchikan landslide death of Sean Griffin – Obituary
On Sunday, a massive landslide in Ketchikan claimed the life of Sean Griffin, a long-time resident of the Southeast Alaska town.
The landslide, which struck as Griffin was clearing stormwater drains, caused extensive damage to homes and buildings in the area.
Sean Griffin, who had served with the City of Ketchikan Public Works for 17 years, was widely respected for his dedication to both his family and community.
The Ketchikan Gateway Borough described him as a “beloved husband, father, son, neighbor, and coworker” and noted his commitment to public service, following in the footsteps of his mother.
The landslide also resulted in injuries to three other individuals, with two requiring hospitalization, and caused significant property damage after a period of heavy rain that had saturated the ground. Governor Mike Dunleavy issued a disaster declaration in response to the disaster.
Ketchikan City Mayor Dave Kiffer remarked that in his 65 years in Ketchikan, he had never witnessed a slide of such scale.
The Ketchikan Borough School District announced that school would be closed for Tuesday and Wednesday, with Ketchikan High School serving as a shelter for displaced families.
As of Monday, twelve individuals were staying there, and evacuations for all residents in the affected area were ordered.
This devastating event has left the community in shock, grappling with the impact and beginning the recovery process.
Sean Griffin dies in fatal Ketchikan landslide Fatal Ketchikan landslide death of Sean Griffin – Obituary On Sunday, a massive landslide in Ketchikan claimed the life of Sean Griffin, a long-time resident of the Southeast Alaska town. The landslide, which struck as Griffin was clearing stormwater drains, caused extensive damage to homes and buildings in…
Sean Griffin dies in fatal Ketchikan landslide Fatal Ketchikan landslide death of Sean Griffin – Obituary On Sunday, a massive landslide in Ketchikan claimed the life of Sean Griffin, a long-time resident of the Southeast Alaska town. The landslide, which struck as Griffin was clearing stormwater drains, caused extensive damage to homes and buildings in…