Alaska is often referred to as a land of extremes, but recent record breaking weather events across the state have challenged communities and drained local emergency response funds. How will more intense storms affect Alaska in the next decade and how can state and local governments use data to plan and budget for keeping people safe? We discuss adapting for an extreme weather future on this Talk of Alaska.
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HOST: Lori Townsend
GUESTS:
Brian Brettschneider - Climatologist, National Weather Service, Alaska Region
Rick Thoman - Climate Specialist, Alaska Center for Climate Assessment and Policy
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LIVE Broadcast: Tuesday, Dec. 6, at 10 a.m. on Alaska public radio stations statewide.
