Desiree Hagen
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Dozens of residents were rescued after floodwaters in multiple communities swept homes off their foundations.
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Water could rise as much as 10 feet above the high tide line, according the National Weather Service.
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The National Weather Service expects peak water levels of up to 9 feet above the normal high tide line on Wednesday afternoon.
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Service has been restored, but the community recently went a month without drinking water.
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The inaugural Cape Blossom Marathon and Half drew 17 participants, all from Alaska.
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The U.S. House debated the resolution Wednesday.
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Leon Kiana could not be reached for comment. His termination was effective immediately when the letter was sent, Aug. 8.
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Some caribou turned back at roads, traced along them or moved back and forth without crossing. On average, caribou that came in contact with roads were delayed nine days.
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The state reported a spill of up to 400,000 gallons of water used at the large lead and zinc mine in Northern Alaska.
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A video of the incident has been shared thousands of times, prompting widespread outrage.