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Alaska Governor Says 'Help Is On The Way' As Floods Sweep Away Coastal Homes

Rescue teams were sent out to coastal villages in western Alaska on Sunday as floods swamped homes, trapping some residents.

By Renee Straker • 12 hours ago

Floodwaters overtake roads in villages in western Alaska as coastal communities are impacted by the remnants of Typhoon Halong.

( Alaska Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management )

The remains of Typhoon Halong brought destructive winds and devastating floods to communities on the coast of western Alaska over the weekend.

The Alaska Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management reported winds as high as 100 mph, as well as storm surges and flooding across several villages like Kipnuk, Kwigillingok, Bethel, K

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