Ketchikan Landslide Kills One, Injures Three

A devastating landslide struck Ketchikan, Alaska, on Sunday, resulting in one death and three injuries, prompting mandatory evacuations in the area due to fears of a secondary slide. The landslide occurred around 4 p.m., damaging several homes and infrastructure, and led to power outages in the region. Local authorities, including Mayor Dave Kiffer and Governor Mike Dunleavy, expressed their condolences and declared a disaster emergency, mobilizing state resources for assistance. Emergency shelters have been set up at Ketchikan High School, while emergency crews are on standby to monitor potential further slides. Heavy rain preceding the landslide has been identified as a contributing factor to the incident, with warnings of continued rain in the forecast. Community leaders emphasize the importance of safety and support for affected residents as recovery efforts begin.