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Nov272023 by Alaska Pulse NewsNo Comments

Alaska Science and Technology: Researchers Develop New Method to Track Glacier Melt

A team of researchers at the University of Alaska Fairbanks has developed a new method to track glacier melt using satellite imagery. The method, which was published in the journal Remote Sensing, uses machine learning to identify and track changes in glacier surface area. The researchers believe that the method could be used to monitor glacier health and assess the impact of climate change on glaciers worldwide. Glaciers are an important source of freshwater for many communities around the world. They also play a role in regulating climate and sea level. However, glaciers are melting at an alarming rate due to climate change. This is causing a number of problems, including water shortages, increased flooding, and sea level rise. The new method developed by the University of Alaska Fairb...

Nov272023 by Alaska Pulse NewsNo Comments

Alaska Breaking News: Wrangell Landslide Death Toll Rises to 4, Two Still Missing

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WRANGELL, ALASKA (November 26, 2023) – The death toll from a landslide that struck Wrangell, Alaska on Friday has risen to four, with two people still missing. Crews recovered the body of an 11-year-old girl from the debris Saturday evening. The landslide occurred at approximately 1:30 p.m. PST on Friday, sending a torrent of mud and debris down a hillside onto several homes. Five family members and a commercial fisherman neighbor were initially reported as missing. In addition to the four confirmed fatalities, two people remain unaccounted for. Search and rescue operations are ongoing, but conditions are hazardous due to the unstable landslide debris and the risk of further mudslides. The landslide has also caused significant damage to homes and infrastructure in the area. Several road...

Nov262023 by Alaska Pulse NewsNo Comments

Alaska Environment and Wildlife News for November 26, 2023

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Protecting Alaska's Coastal Plain A federal court has upheld the Biden administration's decision to cancel oil and gas leases in the Coastal Plain of the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge. The decision is a victory for environmentalists and Indigenous groups who have long fought to protect the fragile ecosystem. Alaska's Wildlife Populations Face Threats Alaska's wildlife populations are facing a number of threats, including climate change, habitat loss, and pollution. A new report from the Alaska Department of Fish and Game found that the state's moose population has declined by 20% since 2009. Conservation Efforts Make Progress Despite the challenges, there are also some positive stories to tell about Alaska's environment and wildlife. Conservation efforts are making progress, and...

Nov262023 by Alaska Pulse NewsNo Comments

Anchorage, Alaska Sets World Record for World’s Largest Chocolate Waterfall

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[ad_1] Alaska Wild Berry Products in Anchorage, Alaska is home to the World's Largest Chocolate Waterfall, a 20-foot spectacle designed by Homer artist Mike Sirl. The waterfall incorporates over 3000 pounds of chocolate, authentic copper candy kettles, and a specially built warming and mixing system, setting the world record for being the largest chocolate waterfall, according to the WORLD RECORD ACADEMY. Nestle and Guittard Chocolate Company have donated much of the chocolate for this famous attraction, which draws in plenty of visitors from all over the world. The store originally opened in 1946 by Kenneth and Hazel Heath, who began making jams and jellies from Alaskan berries, and is known for creating and selling a variety of delicious sweets, including chocolate and fudge. The choc...

Nov262023 by Alaska Pulse NewsNo Comments

Wisconsin Badgers vs Alas. Anchorage Seawolves – Men’s Ice Hockey – 11/25/2023 – Game Summary

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[ad_1] The second period of the game began with a faceoff between Almquist and Silye, won by UAA. A shot by UAA's Schachle was blocked by Dexheimer. Wisconsin's Silye took a shot that was saved by UAA's Lamoreaux. The faceoff between Gomez and Lindmark was won by Wisconsin. UAA's Thompson had a shot blocked by Palodichuk. Another faceoff was won by Wisconsin, and UAA's Schachle took a shot that went wide. Then, Wisconsin's Whitelaw scored a goal with assists from Tassy and Schulz. This was followed by a faceoff won by Wisconsin, and a shot taken by Lindmark that went wide. Shortly after, Scholl was given a 2-minute penalty for roughing, leading to a power play for UAA. However, they were unable to score during this time. Shortly after the penalty expired, Wisconsin's Horbach scored a goa...

Nov252023 by Alaska Pulse NewsNo Comments

Biden Administration Cancels Last Leases in Alaska’s Arctic National Wildlife Refuge

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On September 6, 2023, the Biden administration canceled the last remaining oil and gas leases issued under the Trump administration in the Arctic Refuge. The decision protects more than 13 million acres in the Western Arctic, which is home to a variety of wildlife, including polar bears, caribou, and migratory birds. The cancellation of the leases was a major victory for environmentalists and Alaska Natives, who have long opposed drilling in the refuge. The Biden administration said that the decision was necessary to protect the environment and the climate, and to honor the culture and history of Alaska Natives. State Wildlife Officials in Alaska Kill Nearly 100 Brown Bears in Less Than a Month State wildlife officials in Alaska have killed nearly 100 brown bears in less than a month ...

Nov252023 by Alaska Pulse NewsNo Comments

Alaska adds jobs, unemployment drops over past year

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According to the latest report from the state labor department, Alaska added 13,000 jobs over the past year, and the unemployment rate dropped from 5.7% to 5.2%. This is a positive sign for the state's economy, as it continues to recover from the COVID-19 pandemic. Oil spills from offshore transportation way down A new report from the Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) found that the amount of oil spilled from offshore transportation in Alaska has decreased significantly over the past decade. The report found that the amount of oil spilled from tankers and barges has dropped by 90% since 2012. Alaska seafood harvesting jobs decline as fish crashes, pandemic and other factors take toll A new analysis from the McDowell Group found that the number of jobs in Alaska'...

Nov252023 by Alaska Pulse NewsNo Comments

Breaking News Alaska: Search Continues for Missing After Landslide Leaves 3 Dead

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Search and rescue teams continue to scour the debris field in the remote Alaska fishing community of Wrangell, where a landslide on Wednesday left three people dead and three others missing. The landslide occurred at approximately 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, after heavy rains triggered a section of hillside to collapse onto a group of homes. Three people were able to escape the landslide unharmed, but three others were buried in the debris. Rescue teams have been working tirelessly since the landslide occurred, using heavy equipment to remove debris and search for survivors. However, the search has been hampered by difficult conditions, including unstable terrain and heavy rains. As of Friday morning, three people remain missing. The search is ongoing, but hope is fading of ...

Nov252023 by Alaska Pulse NewsNo Comments

5 family members and commercial fisherman neighbor identified as either dead or missing

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[ad_1] Associated Press: Family and friend identified as dead or missing in Alaska landslide Authorities have identified the victims of the recent southeast Alaska landslide as five family members and their neighbor, a commercial fisherman who made a bid for the state's lone US House seat last year. Timothy and Beth Heller, along with their three children, were at home when the landslide struck near the island community of Wrangell. Search crews found the bodies of the parents and the eldest child, while the younger children and neighbor Otto Florschutz remain missing. Florschutz, a Republican and former candidate for the US House seat, received 193 votes before the landslide. Beth Heller served on the Wrangell School Board and the family ran a construction company called Heller High ...

Nov242023 by Alaska Pulse NewsNo Comments

Victims and missing individuals from Wrangell, Alaska landslide identified by authorities

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[ad_1] CNN - Last Friday, the names of the victims from the landslide in southern Alaska were released by authorities. Three individuals were confirmed dead and three others were missing after the devastating event. According to the state's Department of Public Safety, the deceased victims were identified as 16-year-old Mara Heller, 44-year-old Timothy Heller, and 36-year-old Beth Heller. The search for the missing individuals, 65-year-old Otto Florschutz, 12-year-old Derek Heller, and 11-year-old Kara Heller, is still ongoing. The families of the missing and deceased have been notified, and the remains of the victims have been sent to the medical examiner's office for autopsy. The search for the missing individuals has transitioned from an active search to a reactive search as authori...