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Governor Walker Declares August North Slope Borough Storm a Disaster

By Jeremy Zidek | State of Alaska on Oct 16, 2015 Featured, North Slope/Northwest Alaska, State

ANCHORAGE, Alaska – Governor Bill Walker issued a Disaster Declaration on October 14 for the August North Slope Borough storm that damaged roads and necessitated substantial emergency protective measures. The Disaster Declaration activates the State of Alaska Public Assistance program which is designed to help communities make repairs to utilities, public buildings, roads, bridges, and […]

Disaster Declared for Alatna Washeteria Fire

By Grace Jang | Office of the Governor on Apr 27, 2015 Featured, State

JUNEAU – Governor Bill Walker declared a state disaster in response to a fire that damaged the multi-purpose building in the Village of Alatna. The April 15 blaze caused extensive damage to the water treatment facility, cutting off potable water access for the community. Smoke damage and loss of power closed the clinic and washeteria. […]