Portions of Alaska's western coast were hit by the remnants of Typhoon Halong in early October 2025, causing record-breaking flooding and leaving villages underwater.
Two people are still unaccounted for, and thousands have been displaced from their homes. A lawmaker described the state of a specific town as "catastrophic", noting that the damage cannot be understated.
The amount of damage done could not be understated.
Rescue efforts are ongoing, but many are still wondering what is happening in Alaska as the region struggles to recover from the disaster.
Author's summary: Alaska faces catastrophic flooding after Typhoon Halong.