This Day in Alaska History-January 30th, 1901
Eight Teens Hospitalized after 55-Gallon Fuel Drum put on Beach Party Fire in Kodiak Sunday
Kodiak-based Alaska State Troopers report that eight juveniles were injured when a fuel drum exploded at a beach party at White Sands Beach during the early morning hours on Sunday. Troopers were notified of the explosion at 1:14 am on Sunday and responded to the scene. Eight juveniles at the party were taken to the […]
This Day in Alaska History-September 18th, 1915
Large Natural Gas Explosion Completely Destroys Wasilla Structure Sunday
Alaska State Troopers, Matsu Borough EMS, multiple fire departments, and law enforcement agencies responded to Top of the World Circle in Wasilla after receiving a report of a massive explosion at that location at 2:31 pm on Sunday afternoon. When authorities arrived, they found the structure completely destroyed. Nearby structures also suffered damage. One victim […]