leggo PE
Straight Waffle-izer
Woah, that's a great shot of liquefaction. That car was lucky, too!
Earthquake!
- Thread starter akwooly
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Ble_PE
I need a beer.
I like it when you talk dirty!
But seriously, it's amazing what can happen in an earthquake!
knight1fox3
Jedi MASTER & Friend of Capt. Solo
Our friends in Anchorage are all safe, too. The first I learned of this was from the pics of the liquefaction on Facebook, and I thought that was what the whole city looked like. Glad to know it wasn't that bad! I went through the Northridge quake on an offshore oil platform off of Los Angeles, so I know how scary a real earthquake is. The videos of people riding it out in Anchorage looked similar to that.
blybrook PE
Veteran 10k Spammer
Here is the information shared with ARES (Amateur Radio Emergency Service) yesterday morning from the Anchorage Police Department (APD). It gives a decent outline of the response efforts thus far:
Good morning everyone!
Yesterday was a challenging and emotional day for so many of us. Watching the community come together in response to this emergency event was truly remarkable, and we’re grateful for your continued cooperation during this stressful time. Your safety is our number #1 priority. We’re here for you if you need us. If you have any questions, please call 211.
Below is an update and review as your start your day:
Communications:
Anchorage remains under an emergency declaration and continues to keep the Emergency Operations Center (EOC) activated. All public safety agencies are operating at emergency staffing levels.
APD Dispatch remains fully operational. Only call 911 for emergencies.
Cell phone companies are advising to use text message or social media instead of calling for non-emergencies due to the extremely high volume of calls on their networks.
The Mayor and his public safety team will be giving an update at 10:30 a.m. about what’s happened overnight and what you need to know right now.
It will be broadcast live on our FB page: www.facebook.com/APDInfo/
For non-English speakers, click this link:
www.muni.org/Pages/2018EarthquakeMutiLanguageMessage.aspx
Transportation:
Glenn Highway:
-Between Peter’s Creek and Eklutna; major damage and more possible with aftershocks; follow detours
-Outbound @ Hiland Road; Closed; follow detours
-Briggs Bridge @ Hiland Loop Road; Southbound closed; follow detours
Seward Highway:
-Between Tudor Road and 36th Avenue; Left lanes; Both directions; Closed
-Mile Post 104-113 near Indian; Multiple rock slides continue; Avoid area if possible
Major road closures and delays will continue for the next several days. Stay off the roads unless necessary. Obey traffic laws, follow officers’ commands and move for emergency responders.
People Mover: All rides free today and tomorrow; Regular weekend schedule
The Ted Stevens International Airport is fully operational. Check with your airlines.
Merrill Field Airport: Tower is not operating; open for non-tower operations
Shelters:
Egan Center (555 West 5th Avenue): Main Exhibition Hall.
Girdwood Fire Department (186 Egloff Drive)
Chugiak Senior Center (22424 Birchwood Loop Rd)
Hospitals:
All major medical facilities are open. Emergency Rooms are accepting patients.
Utilities:
Many homes and buildings are damaged including water and gas lines.
Anchorage Water and Waste Water Utility (AWWU) continues its issued boiled water advisory out of precaution; however, there are no known water contamination issues. No plans to shut down the entire water system. Repairs continue.
ENSTAR has activated its emergency plan. Call 907-334-7763 or 907-334-7770 to report any gas leaks.
Solid Waste Services: Landfill open only (normal hours); No commercial collection. Central Transfer Station closed.
Safety Tips:
Keep generators away from doors
Keep extinguishers on hand
Check gas lines
Shelter in place
Check on friends and family
Keep phone lines open
Stay off the roads
Obey traffic laws, follow officers’ commands and move for emergency responders
Inspect home for damage
Don't try to move heavy debris alone
Wear protective clothing during clean-up efforts
Below are additonal safety tip links:
www.earthquake.usgs.gov/earthquakes/eventpage/ak20419010/oaf/commentary
www.fema.gov/pdf/library/f&web.pdf
www.epa.gov/ground-water-and-drinking-water/emergency-disinfection-drinking-water
www.redcross.org/get-help/how-to-prepare-for-emergencies/types-of-emergencies/earthquake.html
dot.alaska.gov/earthquake2018/
Pet Safety Tips: www.muni.org/Departments/health/Admin/animal_control/Pages/disaster.aspx
Volunteers:
If you can help, please call the American Red Cross at 907-646-5401
Please continue to stay safe, check on friends and families and review all the safety information.
Update: 11/30/18 9 p.m.
Glenn Highway: Inbound lanes reopened; Regular traffic flow restored.
Delays continue; Follow detours
Major road closures and delays will continue throughout the weekend. Stay off the roads unless necessary. Obey traffic laws, follow officers commands and move for emergency responders.
Call 911 for emergencies only.
As always, continue to stay safe, check on friends and families and review the safety information below on this thread.
Update 11/30/18 8 p.m.:
Update Glenn Highway: All lanes switched outbound; No inbound traffic until 9 p.m.; Follow detours
Update 11/30/18 7p.m.:
Transportation:
Major Road Closures and Delays:
Glenn Highway: All lanes switched outbound; No inbound traffic until 8p.m.; Follow detours
Glenn Highway: Tractor Trailers or Semi-Tractor Trailers with doubles headed into Anchorage will be stopped prior to Mirror Lake.
Eagle River Bridge @ Glenn Highway: Closed, follow detours
Minnesota Blvd @ International Airport Road; Southbound off ramp: Closed
Mirror Lake Exit @ Glenn Highway; Southbound off ramp: Closed
Dimond Blvd @ Minnesota Drive: Closed
Knik River Bridge: Periodic closures; follow detours
Dowling Road @ C Street: Detours due to large crack in roadway
Eagle River Loop Rd @ Mills Bay Dr: Detours due to sinkhole
Glenn Highway@ Palmer Interchange Exit: Northbound closed
36th Avenue @ Seward Highway: One lane, follow detours
People Mover: All rides free tomorrow and Sunday; Regular weekend schedule
Shelters:
Egan Center (555 West 5th Avenue): Main Exhibition Hall.
Girdwood Fire Department (186 Egloff Drive)
Chugiak Senior Center (22424 Birchwood Loop Rd)
Call 211 for additional details
Communications:
Public Safety update scheduled for tomorrow at 10:30 a.m.
If you missed the public safety update, the video is posted on our FB page.
Click this link: www.facebook.com/APDInfo/
For non-English speakers, click this link:
www.muni.org/Pages/2018EarthquakeMutiLanguageMessage.aspx
Thank you to everyone’s continued cooperation. Please continue to stay safe, stay off the roads and review the information on this thread below.
Update 11/30/18 6:05 p.m.:
Communications:
Public Safety update scheduled for tomorrow at 10:30 a.m.
If you missed the public safety update, the video is posted on our FB page.
Click this link: www.facebook.com/APDInfo/
For non-English speakers, click this link:
www.muni.org/Pages/2018EarthquakeMutiLanguageMessage.aspx
Transportation:
Major Road Closures and Delays:
Glenn Highway: All lanes switched outbound; No inbound traffic until 7p.m.; Follow detours
Glenn Highway: Tractor Trailers or Semi-Tractor Trailers with doubles headed into Anchorage will be stopped prior to Mirror Lake.
Eagle River Bridge @ Glenn Highway: Closed, follow detours
Minnesota Blvd @ International Airport Road; Southbound off ramp: Closed
Mirror Lake Exit @ Glenn Highway; Southbound off ramp: Closed
Dimond Blvd @ Minnesota Drive: Closed
Knik River Bridge: Periodic closures; follow detours
Dowling Road @ C Street: Detours due to large crack in roadway
Eagle River Loop Rd @ Mills Bay Dr: Detours due to sinkhole
Glenn Highway@ Palmer Interchange Exit: Northbound closed
36th Avenue @ Seward Highway: One lane, follow detours
Additional Safety Tips:
Keep generators away from doors
Pet Safety Tips:
www.muni.org/Departments/health/Admin/animal_control/Pages/disaster.aspx
Thank you to everyone’s cooperation. Please continue to stay safe, stay off the roads and review the information on this thread below.
ow.
Update 11/30/18 5:15 p.m:
Communications:
If you missed the public safety update, the video is posted on our FB page.
Click this link: www.facebook.com/APDInfo/
There will be another update tomorrow morning at 10:30 a.m.
For non-English speakers, click this link:
www.muni.org/Pages/2018EarthquakeMutiLanguageMessage.aspx
Transportation:
Major Road Closures and Delays:
Glenn Highway: All lanes switched to outbound; No inbound traffic until 6 p.m.; Follow detours
Glenn Highway: Tractor Trailers or Semi-Tractor Trailers with doubles headed into Anchorage will be stopped prior to Mirror Lake.
Eagle River Bridge @ Glenn Highway: Closed, follow detours
Minnesota Blvd @ International Airport Road; Southbound off ramp: Closed
Mirror Lake Exit @ Glenn Highway; Southbound off ramp: Closed
Dimond Blvd @ Minnesota Drive: Closed
Knik River Bridge: Periodic closures; follow detours
Dowling Road @ C Street: Detours due to large crack in roadway
Eagle River Loop Rd @ Mills Bay Dr: Detours due to sinkhole
Glenn Highway@ Palmer Interchange Exit: Northbound closed
36th Avenue @ Seward Highway: One lane, follow detours
Shelter:
Egan Center Update (555 West 5th Avenue): Overnight sheltering available in the main Exhibition Hall courtesy of the American Red Cross.
Utilities:
Anchorage Water and Waste Water Utility (AWWU) has issued a boiled water advisory out of precaution; however, there are no known water contamination issues. No plans to shut down the entire water system. There will be isolated outages as repairs are made to broken water mains.
Additional Safety Tips:
https://earthquake.usgs.gov/earthquakes/eventpage/ak20419010/oaf/commentary
Thank you to everyone’s cooperation. Please continue to stay safe, stay off the roads and review the information on this thread below.
Update 11/30/18 3 p.m.:
Communications:
Tsunami Warning has been lifted.
The Mayor, Anchorage Police Chief Justin Doll and Anchorage Fire Chief Jodie Hettrick will be giving a 4:30 p.m. update on all aspects of earthquake operations, damage and what residents currently need to know. It will be broadcast live on our FB page: www.facebook.com/APDInfo/
Transportation:
Major Road Closures and Delays:
Eagle River Bridge @ Glenn Highway: Closed, follow detours
Minnesota Blvd @ International Airport Road; Southbound off ramp: Closed
Mirror Lake Exit @ Glenn Highway; Southbound off ramp: Closed
Dimond Blvd @ Minnesota Drive: Closed due to landslide
Knik River Bridge: Periodic closures; follow detours
Dowling Road @ C Street: Detours due to large crack in roadway
Eagle River Loop Rd @ Mills Bay Dr: Detours due to sinkhole
Glenn Highway@ Palmer Interchange Exit: Closed, follow detours
36th Avenue @ Seward Highway: One lane, follow detours
People Mover is no longer operating service. AnchorRIDES service is also canceled. Only return trips will be operating.
Shelter:
Egan Center open as a temporary public shelter
Schools:
Anchorage School District is allowing parents to pick up their children from school when they feel it is safe to do so. All ASD rental facilities have been closed until further notice. All ASD and non-ASD afterschool activities are cancelled. All facilities in Anchorage School District will be closed on Monday and Tuesday, December 3-4, 2018.
For more information: www.asdk12.org
Utilities:
ENSTAR has activated its emergency plan. Call 907-334-7763 or 907-334-7770 to report any gas leaks.
Additional Safety Tip Links:
https://earthquake.usgs.gov/earthquakes/eventpage/ak20419010/oaf/commentary
Please continue to stay safe and follow the tips in this thread below.
Update 11/30/18 12:45pm:
Anchorage is under an Emergency Declaration
Communications:
APD Dispatch remains fully operational. Only call 911 for emergencies.
Cell phone companies are advising to text message or use social media instead of calling for non-emergencies due to the extremely high volume of calls on their networks
Transportation:
Anchorage is fully connected north and south.
The Glenn Highway and the Seward Highway are open.
Major delays and closures continue. There are major detours in certain areas due to damage such as the South Eagle River Bridge, Mirror Lake exit, Minnesota Blvd. and Indian.
The Ted Stevens International Airport is fully operational. Check with your airlines.
Hospitals:
All major medical facilities are open. Emergency Rooms are accepting patients.
Homes and Buildings:
Many homes and buildings are damaged including water and gas lines.
There is a precautionary boil water advisory in place from Anchorage Water Waste and Utility
Safety Tips:
Keep extinguishers on hand
Check gas lines
Shelter in place
Check on friends and family
Keep phone lines open
Stay off the roads
Obey traffic laws, follow officers commands and move for emergency responders
Inspect home for damage
Don't try to move heavy debris alone
Wear protective clothing during clean-up efforts
Below are additonal safety tip links:
https://www.fema.gov/pdf/library/f&web.pdf
https://www.epa.gov/ground-water-and-drinking-water/emergency-disinfection-drinking-water
https://www.redcross.org/get-help/how-to-prepare-for-emergencies/types-of-emergencies/earthquake.html
http://dot.alaska.gov/earthquake2018/
Volunteers:
If you can help, please call the American Red Cross at 907-646-5401
Original 11/30/18:
Attention Anchorage Residents:
The Anchorage Police Department is operational after this morning’s massive earthquake.
Our Dispatch center is fully staffed and answering your calls as quickly as they can. Please only call 911 if it’s an emergency.
Our officers have been dispatched throughout the area and are handling multiple situations. We are working with our public safety partners to keep you safe. For parents, we are working with our partners at the Anchorage School District to check on your children and make sure they are safe.
There is major infrastructure damage across Anchorage. Many homes and buildings are damaged. Many roads and bridges are closed. Stay off the roads if you don’t need to drive. Seek a safe shelter. Check on your surroundings and loved ones.
We will keep you updated via Nixle throughout the day.
Again, stay safe and off the roads. Call 911 only if it’s an emergency.
Instructions:
Call 911 for emergencies only
Good morning everyone!
Yesterday was a challenging and emotional day for so many of us. Watching the community come together in response to this emergency event was truly remarkable, and we’re grateful for your continued cooperation during this stressful time. Your safety is our number #1 priority. We’re here for you if you need us. If you have any questions, please call 211.
Below is an update and review as your start your day:
Communications:
Anchorage remains under an emergency declaration and continues to keep the Emergency Operations Center (EOC) activated. All public safety agencies are operating at emergency staffing levels.
APD Dispatch remains fully operational. Only call 911 for emergencies.
Cell phone companies are advising to use text message or social media instead of calling for non-emergencies due to the extremely high volume of calls on their networks.
The Mayor and his public safety team will be giving an update at 10:30 a.m. about what’s happened overnight and what you need to know right now.
It will be broadcast live on our FB page: www.facebook.com/APDInfo/
For non-English speakers, click this link:
www.muni.org/Pages/2018EarthquakeMutiLanguageMessage.aspx
Transportation:
Glenn Highway:
-Between Peter’s Creek and Eklutna; major damage and more possible with aftershocks; follow detours
-Outbound @ Hiland Road; Closed; follow detours
-Briggs Bridge @ Hiland Loop Road; Southbound closed; follow detours
Seward Highway:
-Between Tudor Road and 36th Avenue; Left lanes; Both directions; Closed
-Mile Post 104-113 near Indian; Multiple rock slides continue; Avoid area if possible
Major road closures and delays will continue for the next several days. Stay off the roads unless necessary. Obey traffic laws, follow officers’ commands and move for emergency responders.
People Mover: All rides free today and tomorrow; Regular weekend schedule
The Ted Stevens International Airport is fully operational. Check with your airlines.
Merrill Field Airport: Tower is not operating; open for non-tower operations
Shelters:
Egan Center (555 West 5th Avenue): Main Exhibition Hall.
Girdwood Fire Department (186 Egloff Drive)
Chugiak Senior Center (22424 Birchwood Loop Rd)
Hospitals:
All major medical facilities are open. Emergency Rooms are accepting patients.
Utilities:
Many homes and buildings are damaged including water and gas lines.
Anchorage Water and Waste Water Utility (AWWU) continues its issued boiled water advisory out of precaution; however, there are no known water contamination issues. No plans to shut down the entire water system. Repairs continue.
ENSTAR has activated its emergency plan. Call 907-334-7763 or 907-334-7770 to report any gas leaks.
Solid Waste Services: Landfill open only (normal hours); No commercial collection. Central Transfer Station closed.
Safety Tips:
Keep generators away from doors
Keep extinguishers on hand
Check gas lines
Shelter in place
Check on friends and family
Keep phone lines open
Stay off the roads
Obey traffic laws, follow officers’ commands and move for emergency responders
Inspect home for damage
Don't try to move heavy debris alone
Wear protective clothing during clean-up efforts
Below are additonal safety tip links:
www.earthquake.usgs.gov/earthquakes/eventpage/ak20419010/oaf/commentary
www.fema.gov/pdf/library/f&web.pdf
www.epa.gov/ground-water-and-drinking-water/emergency-disinfection-drinking-water
www.redcross.org/get-help/how-to-prepare-for-emergencies/types-of-emergencies/earthquake.html
dot.alaska.gov/earthquake2018/
Pet Safety Tips: www.muni.org/Departments/health/Admin/animal_control/Pages/disaster.aspx
Volunteers:
If you can help, please call the American Red Cross at 907-646-5401
Please continue to stay safe, check on friends and families and review all the safety information.
Update: 11/30/18 9 p.m.
Glenn Highway: Inbound lanes reopened; Regular traffic flow restored.
Delays continue; Follow detours
Major road closures and delays will continue throughout the weekend. Stay off the roads unless necessary. Obey traffic laws, follow officers commands and move for emergency responders.
Call 911 for emergencies only.
As always, continue to stay safe, check on friends and families and review the safety information below on this thread.
Update 11/30/18 8 p.m.:
Update Glenn Highway: All lanes switched outbound; No inbound traffic until 9 p.m.; Follow detours
Update 11/30/18 7p.m.:
Transportation:
Major Road Closures and Delays:
Glenn Highway: All lanes switched outbound; No inbound traffic until 8p.m.; Follow detours
Glenn Highway: Tractor Trailers or Semi-Tractor Trailers with doubles headed into Anchorage will be stopped prior to Mirror Lake.
Eagle River Bridge @ Glenn Highway: Closed, follow detours
Minnesota Blvd @ International Airport Road; Southbound off ramp: Closed
Mirror Lake Exit @ Glenn Highway; Southbound off ramp: Closed
Dimond Blvd @ Minnesota Drive: Closed
Knik River Bridge: Periodic closures; follow detours
Dowling Road @ C Street: Detours due to large crack in roadway
Eagle River Loop Rd @ Mills Bay Dr: Detours due to sinkhole
Glenn Highway@ Palmer Interchange Exit: Northbound closed
36th Avenue @ Seward Highway: One lane, follow detours
People Mover: All rides free tomorrow and Sunday; Regular weekend schedule
Shelters:
Egan Center (555 West 5th Avenue): Main Exhibition Hall.
Girdwood Fire Department (186 Egloff Drive)
Chugiak Senior Center (22424 Birchwood Loop Rd)
Call 211 for additional details
Communications:
Public Safety update scheduled for tomorrow at 10:30 a.m.
If you missed the public safety update, the video is posted on our FB page.
Click this link: www.facebook.com/APDInfo/
For non-English speakers, click this link:
www.muni.org/Pages/2018EarthquakeMutiLanguageMessage.aspx
Thank you to everyone’s continued cooperation. Please continue to stay safe, stay off the roads and review the information on this thread below.
Update 11/30/18 6:05 p.m.:
Communications:
Public Safety update scheduled for tomorrow at 10:30 a.m.
If you missed the public safety update, the video is posted on our FB page.
Click this link: www.facebook.com/APDInfo/
For non-English speakers, click this link:
www.muni.org/Pages/2018EarthquakeMutiLanguageMessage.aspx
Transportation:
Major Road Closures and Delays:
Glenn Highway: All lanes switched outbound; No inbound traffic until 7p.m.; Follow detours
Glenn Highway: Tractor Trailers or Semi-Tractor Trailers with doubles headed into Anchorage will be stopped prior to Mirror Lake.
Eagle River Bridge @ Glenn Highway: Closed, follow detours
Minnesota Blvd @ International Airport Road; Southbound off ramp: Closed
Mirror Lake Exit @ Glenn Highway; Southbound off ramp: Closed
Dimond Blvd @ Minnesota Drive: Closed
Knik River Bridge: Periodic closures; follow detours
Dowling Road @ C Street: Detours due to large crack in roadway
Eagle River Loop Rd @ Mills Bay Dr: Detours due to sinkhole
Glenn Highway@ Palmer Interchange Exit: Northbound closed
36th Avenue @ Seward Highway: One lane, follow detours
Additional Safety Tips:
Keep generators away from doors
Pet Safety Tips:
www.muni.org/Departments/health/Admin/animal_control/Pages/disaster.aspx
Thank you to everyone’s cooperation. Please continue to stay safe, stay off the roads and review the information on this thread below.
ow.
Update 11/30/18 5:15 p.m:
Communications:
If you missed the public safety update, the video is posted on our FB page.
Click this link: www.facebook.com/APDInfo/
There will be another update tomorrow morning at 10:30 a.m.
For non-English speakers, click this link:
www.muni.org/Pages/2018EarthquakeMutiLanguageMessage.aspx
Transportation:
Major Road Closures and Delays:
Glenn Highway: All lanes switched to outbound; No inbound traffic until 6 p.m.; Follow detours
Glenn Highway: Tractor Trailers or Semi-Tractor Trailers with doubles headed into Anchorage will be stopped prior to Mirror Lake.
Eagle River Bridge @ Glenn Highway: Closed, follow detours
Minnesota Blvd @ International Airport Road; Southbound off ramp: Closed
Mirror Lake Exit @ Glenn Highway; Southbound off ramp: Closed
Dimond Blvd @ Minnesota Drive: Closed
Knik River Bridge: Periodic closures; follow detours
Dowling Road @ C Street: Detours due to large crack in roadway
Eagle River Loop Rd @ Mills Bay Dr: Detours due to sinkhole
Glenn Highway@ Palmer Interchange Exit: Northbound closed
36th Avenue @ Seward Highway: One lane, follow detours
Shelter:
Egan Center Update (555 West 5th Avenue): Overnight sheltering available in the main Exhibition Hall courtesy of the American Red Cross.
Utilities:
Anchorage Water and Waste Water Utility (AWWU) has issued a boiled water advisory out of precaution; however, there are no known water contamination issues. No plans to shut down the entire water system. There will be isolated outages as repairs are made to broken water mains.
Additional Safety Tips:
https://earthquake.usgs.gov/earthquakes/eventpage/ak20419010/oaf/commentary
Thank you to everyone’s cooperation. Please continue to stay safe, stay off the roads and review the information on this thread below.
Update 11/30/18 3 p.m.:
Communications:
Tsunami Warning has been lifted.
The Mayor, Anchorage Police Chief Justin Doll and Anchorage Fire Chief Jodie Hettrick will be giving a 4:30 p.m. update on all aspects of earthquake operations, damage and what residents currently need to know. It will be broadcast live on our FB page: www.facebook.com/APDInfo/
Transportation:
Major Road Closures and Delays:
Eagle River Bridge @ Glenn Highway: Closed, follow detours
Minnesota Blvd @ International Airport Road; Southbound off ramp: Closed
Mirror Lake Exit @ Glenn Highway; Southbound off ramp: Closed
Dimond Blvd @ Minnesota Drive: Closed due to landslide
Knik River Bridge: Periodic closures; follow detours
Dowling Road @ C Street: Detours due to large crack in roadway
Eagle River Loop Rd @ Mills Bay Dr: Detours due to sinkhole
Glenn Highway@ Palmer Interchange Exit: Closed, follow detours
36th Avenue @ Seward Highway: One lane, follow detours
People Mover is no longer operating service. AnchorRIDES service is also canceled. Only return trips will be operating.
Shelter:
Egan Center open as a temporary public shelter
Schools:
Anchorage School District is allowing parents to pick up their children from school when they feel it is safe to do so. All ASD rental facilities have been closed until further notice. All ASD and non-ASD afterschool activities are cancelled. All facilities in Anchorage School District will be closed on Monday and Tuesday, December 3-4, 2018.
For more information: www.asdk12.org
Utilities:
ENSTAR has activated its emergency plan. Call 907-334-7763 or 907-334-7770 to report any gas leaks.
Additional Safety Tip Links:
https://earthquake.usgs.gov/earthquakes/eventpage/ak20419010/oaf/commentary
Please continue to stay safe and follow the tips in this thread below.
Update 11/30/18 12:45pm:
Anchorage is under an Emergency Declaration
Communications:
APD Dispatch remains fully operational. Only call 911 for emergencies.
Cell phone companies are advising to text message or use social media instead of calling for non-emergencies due to the extremely high volume of calls on their networks
Transportation:
Anchorage is fully connected north and south.
The Glenn Highway and the Seward Highway are open.
Major delays and closures continue. There are major detours in certain areas due to damage such as the South Eagle River Bridge, Mirror Lake exit, Minnesota Blvd. and Indian.
The Ted Stevens International Airport is fully operational. Check with your airlines.
Hospitals:
All major medical facilities are open. Emergency Rooms are accepting patients.
Homes and Buildings:
Many homes and buildings are damaged including water and gas lines.
There is a precautionary boil water advisory in place from Anchorage Water Waste and Utility
Safety Tips:
Keep extinguishers on hand
Check gas lines
Shelter in place
Check on friends and family
Keep phone lines open
Stay off the roads
Obey traffic laws, follow officers commands and move for emergency responders
Inspect home for damage
Don't try to move heavy debris alone
Wear protective clothing during clean-up efforts
Below are additonal safety tip links:
https://www.fema.gov/pdf/library/f&web.pdf
https://www.epa.gov/ground-water-and-drinking-water/emergency-disinfection-drinking-water
https://www.redcross.org/get-help/how-to-prepare-for-emergencies/types-of-emergencies/earthquake.html
http://dot.alaska.gov/earthquake2018/
Volunteers:
If you can help, please call the American Red Cross at 907-646-5401
Original 11/30/18:
Attention Anchorage Residents:
The Anchorage Police Department is operational after this morning’s massive earthquake.
Our Dispatch center is fully staffed and answering your calls as quickly as they can. Please only call 911 if it’s an emergency.
Our officers have been dispatched throughout the area and are handling multiple situations. We are working with our public safety partners to keep you safe. For parents, we are working with our partners at the Anchorage School District to check on your children and make sure they are safe.
There is major infrastructure damage across Anchorage. Many homes and buildings are damaged. Many roads and bridges are closed. Stay off the roads if you don’t need to drive. Seek a safe shelter. Check on your surroundings and loved ones.
We will keep you updated via Nixle throughout the day.
Again, stay safe and off the roads. Call 911 only if it’s an emergency.
Instructions:
Call 911 for emergencies only
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blybrook PE
Veteran 10k Spammer
Got home last night and was able to review the damage.
All in all, no significant damage, so we're happy about that. Even if we're sad that we missed the shaking. Cleanup is just beginning.
All in all, no significant damage, so we're happy about that. Even if we're sad that we missed the shaking. Cleanup is just beginning.
Glad you made it with minimal damage. I'm not so sure that I'd want to experience the shaking. Looked pretty dramatic.
