Severe Alaska Storm Causes Flooding, Home Loss, and Missing Persons

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Source: Alaska Public Media
Severe Alaska Storm Causes Flooding, Home Loss, and Missing Persons
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A major storm, remnants of Typhoon Halong, is causing severe flooding and hurricane-force winds in Western Alaska, particularly impacting communities like Kipnuk and Kwigillingok, with reports of unaccounted residents, damaged homes, and ongoing rescue efforts. The storm's track has shifted eastward, reducing some impacts but still causing significant damage and emergency responses, including evacuations and sheltering.

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