🐟 Alaska News Highlights
🦠 Flu Cases and Deaths Rise Amid Low Vaccination Rates
- Increase in Flu Cases and Deaths: The 2024–2025 flu season in Alaska saw a significant rise in cases and deaths compared to previous years. State health officials reported approximately 11,900 lab-confirmed cases and 25 deaths, including one child. This surge is attributed to low adult vaccination rates, with only about 23.3% of Alaskan adults receiving the flu vaccine. Alaska Beacon
🔥 Heat Pump Adoption Limited by High Electricity Costs
- Study Finds High Electricity Costs Limit Heat Pump Adoption: A recent study indicates that high electricity costs in Anchorage are hindering the adoption of heat pumps. While heat pumps are an efficient heating option, their effectiveness is reduced in areas with expensive electricity, leading many residents to opt for traditional heating methods.
🦅 Trespass Notices Issued in Chilkat Bald Eagle Preserve
- State Issues Trespass Notices: The Alaska Division of Parks and Outdoor Recreation has issued notices of violation to dozens of structures in the Chilkat Bald Eagle Preserve. These notices come ahead of the moose hunting season and require the removal of personal gear and debris from the area. Chilkat Valley News
🧭 Anchorage Family Seeks Answers About Missing Man
- Where’s Carl DeGross?: An Anchorage family is searching for answers after 33-year-old Carl DeGross went missing during a fishing trip to Valdez. His family has not heard from him since he left for the trip, and authorities are investigating his disappearance. https://www.alaskasnewssource.com
🏔️ Cruise Passenger Dies After Fall in Juneau
- Tragic Fall on Mount Roberts Trail: A 36-year-old man from Texas died after falling from the Mount Roberts trail in Juneau. The incident occurred in poor weather conditions, including fog and light rain, which may have contributed to the accident. AP News
⚒️ Felix Gold’s Treasure Creek Project Advances
- Antimony Project Poised to Deliver: Felix Gold’s Treasure Creek project is emerging as a near-term domestic source of antimony, a critical mineral used in defense applications. The project is expected to deliver approximately 50 million pounds of antimony, bolstering U.S. supply chains. North of 60 Mining News
🌋 Small Earthquake Near Iliamna Volcano
- Magnitude 1.6 Earthquake Recorded: A magnitude 1.6 earthquake occurred near Iliamna Volcano. The quake had a depth of 59.5 miles and was located approximately 19 miles south of the volcano. No significant damage or injuries have been reported. earthquake.alaska.edu
