Current:Home > ScamsAlaska governor declares disaster following landslide in Ketchikan -Wealth Nexus Pro
Alaska governor declares disaster following landslide in Ketchikan
View
Date:2025-04-16 06:19:34
Alaska’s governor has declared a disaster following a landslide that prompted an evacuation in the city of Ketchikan.
The landslide around 4 p.m. Sunday damaged homes and infrastructure in the city, which is being aided by the State Emergency Operation Center, Alaska Gov. Mike Dunleavy said in a statement.
“I have directed state agencies to make available all resources and staff for the response effort,” Dunleavy said.
There was no immediate report of injuries.
Authorities in the city located in southeastern Alaska issued an evacuation order for areas near the landslide and a shelter was opened at the high school, the statement said.
Various local and state agencies have responded. A Department of Homeland Security and Emergency Management Response Specialist and federal Department of Transportation personnel are expected to travel to Ketchikan on Monday, the statement said.
The Ketchikan police and fire departments did not immediately respond to an email from The Associated Press seeking additional information.
veryGood! (4669)
Related
- Rams vs. 49ers highlights: LA wins rainy defensive struggle in key divisional game
- Texas medical panel won’t provide list of exceptions to abortion ban
- Are there any perfect brackets left in March Madness? Very few remain after Auburn loss
- Ariana Grande, Josh Peck and the problem with punishing child stars
- Chuck Scarborough signs off: Hoda Kotb, Al Roker tribute legendary New York anchor
- Nearly 108,000 Americans died of drug overdoses in 2022, breaking record, CDC says
- Kate Middleton's Cancer Diagnosis: What to Know
- Princess Kate cancer diagnosis: Read her full statement to the public
- IRS recovers $4.7 billion in back taxes and braces for cuts with Trump and GOP in power
- Elena Larrea, Social Media Influencer and Animal Activist, Dead at 31
Ranking
- Chuck Scarborough signs off: Hoda Kotb, Al Roker tribute legendary New York anchor
- Kate Middleton Is Receiving Preventative Chemotherapy: Here's What That Means
- North Carolina court rules landlord had no repair duty before explosion
- Kate Middleton Is Receiving Preventative Chemotherapy: Here's What That Means
- Juan Soto to be introduced by Mets at Citi Field after striking record $765 million, 15
- Elena Larrea, Social Media Influencer and Animal Activist, Dead at 31
- Georgia bill would give utility regulators extra years in office without facing voters
- How do you play the Mega Millions? A guide on tickets, choosing numbers and odds to win
Recommendation
California DMV apologizes for license plate that some say mocks Oct. 7 attack on Israel
Larsa Pippen, ex-wife of Scottie, and Marcus Jordan, son of Michael Jordan, split after 2 years
Here's How Jamie Lee Curtis Reacted To Chef José Andrés' Kitchen Mishap While Filming For His New Show
California’s Climate Leaders Vow to Hold Fossil Fuel Companies to Account
Meet the volunteers risking their lives to deliver Christmas gifts to children in Haiti
Cameron Diaz and Benji Madden Welcome Baby No. 2
Using public funds or facilities for gender-affirming care banned by GOP-led Idaho Legislature
Recent assaults, attempted attacks against Congress and staffers raise concerns