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Here is a map of recent earthquakes and aftershocks. You probably felt the strong one this morning. The USGS is working closely with Alaskan state scientists and emergency managers. Right now, aftershocks are at the forefront of discussion. USGS scientists know that there will be more aftershocks and some will be larger than others, but […]
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Here is a cross-section through Friday’s earthquake and subsequent aftershocks. The mainshock symbol marks where the M7 earthquake began. The cloud of aftershocks show, very approximately, the region of the fault that actually ruptured during the quake (black dots mark historical earthquakes). We call this the “rupture patch”. The aftershocks suggest that the rupture patch […]
Continue ReadingThe data below are the most preferred data available The data below have been reviewed by a scientist Be ready for more earthquakes More earthquakes than usual (called aftershocks) will continue to occur near the mainshock. When there are more earthquakes, the chance of a large earthquake is greater which means that the chance of […]
Continue ReadingApproximately 11 percent of the world’s earthquakes occur in Alaska. Of the ten largest earthquakes in the world since 1904, three occurred in Alaska. The vast majority of the large earthquakes in Alaska occur along the Aleutian Islands, the Alaska Peninsula, and the Kenai Peninsula. This belt is known as the Alaska-Aleutian subduction zone. The […]
Continue ReadingThe Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management activated the State’s Individual Assistance Hotline on December 4, 2018 at 8:00 am. Those who wish to apply online can now register at ready.alaska.gov.
Continue ReadingThe Road Weather Information System (RWIS) is a network of meteorological and pavement sensors located along the highway system. RWIS stations are located in strategic locations to provide accurate real-time road weather information and critical observations for forecasts. This and other weather information helps Alaska Department of Transportation & Public Facilities improve timeliness of maintenance […]
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Source: http://dot.alaska.gov/stwdmno/wintermap/
Continue ReadingCheck with National Weather Service before traveling. The National Weather Service issues winter weather warnings, watches and advisories. Please see www.arh.noaa.gov/hazards.php No Winter Maintenance: A few major highways are not maintained during the winter months. Travel is strongly discouraged for your safety. Please abide by these warnings as roads are impassable due to extreme weather […]
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