Gov. Mike Dunleavy says his administration wants to make sure that it has protocols in place “once this virus arrives — and we think it probably will, just because of the way it’s spreading.”
Alaska coronavirus news
Live updates and information on COVID-19 in Juneau and Alaska
No cases of COVID-19 in Juneau yet, but health officials are prepped to test people for coronavirus
Despite rumors circulating in Juneau that someone showed up at the hospital with COVID-19, there have been no reported cases in Juneau so far.
Coronavirus hasn’t hit Alaskans, but economists here are bracing for impact
One of the biggest unknowns is what the epidemic will mean for Alaska’s summer tourism.
Change of plans due to coronavirus? Alaska Airlines is suspending cancellation and change fees.
Between now and March 12, any passenger can change or cancel a flight reservation and receive a full travel credit good for up to one year.
Coronavirus outbreak in China still has geoduck fishery closed in Alaska
Alaska geoduck clam divers are stuck sitting on the beach until at least March 5.
Coronavirus shutters Southeast Alaska geoduck clam fishery
In January, divers held an emergency meeting of the geoduck committee to talk about what to do next.