Alaska DHS&EM

@AlaskaDHSEM

Alaska Div of Homeland Security & Emergency Management serves to protect Alaska -- its citizens, its visitors, and its vital interests -- against all hazards.

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    Apr 6

    Thank you ! We are so grateful for your support to Alaskans as we build up health care and .

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    .’s DC-8 took off today for Alaska. 's office has asked for help defending against . Samaritan’s Purse has been working in Alaska for many years. We're taking hospital beds, masks, and other supplies.
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  2. Mar 27

    Avoid a line, avoid a fine. To comply with Gov. Dunleavy’s Health Mandate 10 for self-quarantine for travelers coming from outside Alaska, we have a form that can be completed and submitted on your mobile phone. Go to to file your quarantine plan.

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    Mar 19

    As we saw over the wkend, disinfo is being spread online about a supposed national lockdown and grounding flights. Be skeptical of rumors. Make sure you’re getting info from legitimate sources. The is holding daily briefings and is providing the latest.

    Text message rumors of a national are FAKE. There is no national lockdown. has and will continue to post the latest guidance on .
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    Mar 18

    Dr. Anne Zink, Alaska's chief medical officer, says what we do now is critical to keeping COVID-19 from spiraling out of control here. She counsels everyone to isolate as much as we can.

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    Mar 17

    Blood Bank of Alaska IS open for donations March 17, 2020 - donate today to help those in need. If you are healthy, it is safe to donate blood @ ANY center or drive. 907-222-5630 SCHEDULE an appt. to provide a speedy donation process. via

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  6. Feb 7

    We’re looking for adaptable problem-solver to join our team in the State Emergency Operations Center. If you have a desire to serve Alaskans during disasters, you can answer the call in their time of need. Apply to join a tight, high-performance team.

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    30 Nov 2019

    Today marks the one year anniversary of the M7.1 Anchorage Earthquake. We've spent the past week sharing information about the science of this earthquake. You can view the full story on our website at

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    25 Nov 2019

    The region surrounding the M7.1 Anchorage Earthquake is complex. The subducting slab starts dipping at a shallow angle then quickly changes to more steeply dipping. The red lines mark the depth to the top of the subducting Pacific slab...

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    26 Nov 2019

    AAA estimates that more than 49 million Americans will hit the road this , & that they will rescue more than 360,000 of them. Make sure that your car is stocked with the essentials to get you to your loved ones safely.

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    18 Nov 2019

    More than 4,000 individuals and households have received assistance for the Nov 30, '18 . Impacts were significant and far-reaching, and the recovery process is still underway. With our state partners, we continue to help survivors repair and rebuild.

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    6 Nov 2019

    Interesting formation of ice on the banks of the Wulik River near Kivalina. We suspect a combination of strong waves and super cold water created these ice balls.

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    5 Nov 2019

    Tsunamis pose a risk to many coastal communities in Alaska. DGGS works with scientists at & to develop maps illustrating tsunami hazards for coastal communities.

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  13. 1 Nov 2019

    Alaskans impacted by the McKinley Wildland Fire have until Dec.2, 2019 to apply for a Small Business Administration loans. Loans are available to residents of the Matanuska-Susitna Borough and all adjoining jurisdictions. Go to or 800-659-2955 to apply.

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  14. 17 Oct 2019

    We just held the Great Alaska Shakeout! More than 170,000 Alaskans registered for this annual Drop, Cover, and Hold On drill. Let us know if your participated.

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  15. 11 Sep 2019

    Mat-Su residents who experienced damage during the fires can apply for SOA Individual Assistance online or by phone. The Willow United Methodist DAC will close on Sept. 11, 2019 at 2 p.m. Go to to apply. Apply by phone 1-855-445-7131

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  16. 14 Aug 2019

    Our staff is conducting our annual Continuity of Operations drill offsite today. This drill prepares us to operate outside of our normal location in an emergency.

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    9 May 2019

    Alaskans: Wasilla Disaster Recovery Center closes permanently on May 15. The center, located at Christ First United Methodist Church, will transition to a U.S. Small Business Administration Disaster Loan Outreach Center on May 16.

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  18. 9 May 2019

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  19. 8 May 2019

    Many Alaskans are still dealing with damages from the Nov. 30th earthquake. Different state and federal agencies offer different disaster recovery programs. The graphic below was designed to help guide earthquake survivors through the complicated process.

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    7 May 2019

    Residentes de Alaska: Si el deshielo de primavera reveló que su vivienda sufrió daños durante el terremoto del 30 de noviembre, solicite ayuda federal por desastre. Solicite en o llame al 800.621.3362 en o antes del 31 de mayo.

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