The state has already received more than 941 applications for individual assistance, and the application period is open through Nov. 9.
Public Safety
Dog evacuations continue from Western Alaska villages hit hard by remnants of Typhoon Halong
As evacuees from villages like Kipnuk, Kwigillingok, Nightmute and Tuntutuliak boarded military helicopters bound for safety, many had no choice but to leave their dogs behind.
Trump administration approves disaster declaration for Western Alaska storm
The president also pledged $25 million in immediate disaster relief funding to cover costs as storm damage is still assessed.
Evacuations wind down as focus in Western Alaska shifts to recovery and relief
Hundreds have been evacuated in military helicopters and planes to Bethel and Anchorage. Now, state officials are assessing what it’ll take to rebuild villages hit hard by the storm.
Gov. Dunleavy requests Trump declare federal disaster for Western Alaska storm
The disaster declaration would unlock federal resources to respond to the Lower Kuskokwim and Lower Yukon regions in Western Alaska, in addition to the Northwest Arctic Borough.
Anchorage prepares for up to 2,000 evacuees from Western Alaska
Mayor Suzanne LaFrance says she expects many people will stay through the winter.