Labor disputes cause chaos at West Coast ports.
The Port of Seattle's cargo operations have been shut down due to labor conflicts, which could cause minor delays in goods getting onto shelves in Alaska. About 90% of Alaska's goods arrive by ship or barge, and most of that comes via Seattle. The extent of the impact on Alaska won't be known for a while, but it will likely be an inconvenience rather than a huge hit. It's important for Alaskans to not panic shop as it could worsen the situation.