A wind storm swept through Anchorage, causing destruction and power outages. The Anchorage windstorm brought winds of over 100 mph, knocking down trees and power lines.
By Sunday morning, over 13,000 residents were without power. The storm’s strong winds caused significant damage, including a partially collapsed pedestrian bridge over Seward Highway.
Chugach Electric reported over 19,000 customers were without power at the peak of the outages. Crews worked to restore power, focusing on largest to smallest outages.
The storm brought heavy rain and snow, with a coastal flood advisory on the Kuskokwim Delta Coast. Water levels elevated up to 4 feet above normal.
As residents recover from the storm, they assess the damage and work to restore power and services. The storm’s impact will be felt for days.
Furthermore, the city’s emergency services quickly responded to the crisis. The Anchorage Police Department and Fire Department worked together to ensure public safety.
The American Red Cross provided support to affected residents. The city’s infrastructure was severely impacted with several roads closed due to debris and downed power lines.
The city’s public transportation system was disrupted. The storm highlighted the importance of emergency preparedness and community resilience.
Mayor Dave Bronson praised the community’s response to the storm. “I am proud of how our community came together to respond to this powerful storm,” he said.
The Anchorage windstorm was a powerful reminder of nature’s force. Although it caused destruction and chaos, the community’s resilience will help it recover.
News story originally published by Alaska’s News Source.
