NWS Alaska meteorologist Tim Markle said the warnings are designed to let community members know when the cold weather presents a risk to the community. However, the old system set wind chill warnings and advisories, which were statewide in scope, and only kicked in when there was a wind chill.
The largest populated city in Alaska is still recovering from the hurricane-force winds that battered homes and infrastructure on Sunday, leaving thousands without power.
As Anchorage navigates through a warmer-than-usual winter, meteorologists predict a continuation of the milder temperatures.
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The Anchorage Office of Emergency Management is conducting a survey to determine what kind of support is needed across the city following the Jan. 12 windstorm.
Now, through an online survey, the Municipality of Anchorage is trying to understand the full scope of storm damage.
At the height of the storm, 17,500 Alaska residents were without power, according Chugach Electric Association.
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Gusty winds with unusually warm temperatures were battering the Anchorage area on Sunday, with gusts of more than 90 mph recorded on the Hillside. Heavy rain was also occurring across much of the city,
Alex Shalukho came from Sumy, a Ukrainian town on the border with Russia. As the war began, Sumy residents fought for their town, building barricades and anti-tank obstacles. To protect their children, he and his wife, Katya Klymenchenko, decided to move to Alaska.
Alaska’s 2025 federal National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure plan approved, opening door to $11 million for charging stations and more.
After three companies expressed interest, the state Division of Oil and Gas started the formal process that may result in new exploration at Augustine Volcano.