Alaska Evacuates Residents from Flooded Coastal Villages

In response to Typhoon Halong’s devastation in Alaska, a significant airlift is underway to evacuate hundreds from coastal villages affected by high surf and winds, resulting in washed-away homes and the loss of at least two missing individuals. As rescue operations transition to restoring services, concerns grow over severe damage and the approaching cold weather, highlighting challenges exacerbated by cuts to disaster preparedness funding.