Fairbanks, Alaska — Emergency management teams from across the state gathered in Fairbanks this week for a two-day statewide preparedness workshop hosted by the Alaska Division of Forestry & Fire Protection (DFFP).

The event brought together representatives from state agencies, borough governments, tribal organizations, public safety departments, and wildfire response teams. The goal was to strengthen coordination and response strategies ahead of future emergencies, including wildfires, severe storms, and community-level disasters.

Over the course of the workshop, personnel reviewed emergency communication systems, interagency coordination protocols, resource deployment strategies, and lessons learned from recent large-scale incidents across Alaska.

Officials said the gathering is part of ongoing efforts to improve statewide readiness as extreme weather and wildfire risks continue to challenge Alaska’s infrastructure and communities.

The workshop also included scenario-based planning sessions, cross-agency briefings, and training on updated emergency tools and technology.

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State leaders emphasized that building strong partnerships is critical to improving Alaska’s rapid response capabilities, especially in remote regions where logistics can be difficult.

More statewide preparedness events are expected in coming months as agencies focus on strengthening Alaska’s resilience heading into 2026.