Landslide in Ketchikan, Alaska Kills One

A devastating landslide in Ketchikan, Alaska, on Sunday afternoon resulted in one death and three injuries, prompting a mandatory evacuation of affected areas. The landslide, which occurred around 4 p.m., damaged numerous homes and infrastructure, leading Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy to declare a disaster emergency. Local officials, including Borough Mayor Rodney Dial and City Mayor Dave Kiffer, expressed their sorrow over the tragedy, with Kiffer noting it was unprecedented in his 65 years of experience in Ketchikan. Emergency services transported three injured individuals to the Ketchikan Medical Center, with one treated and released. Evacuations were ordered for residents on Third Avenue and nearby streets, and a shelter was established at Ketchikan High School. Authorities are monitoring a potential secondary landslide area, while power has been restored in some locations, with ongoing efforts to clear debris and replace downed power lines.