Alaska Catholics Call for Prayer and Support After Devastating Floods
Catholic dioceses in Alaska are calling for prayer and support after flooding from a recent typhoon devastated several coastal communities.
The remnants of Typhoon Halong struck the state's western coast over the Oct. 11-12 weekend, killing at least one and leaving two others missing. Hundreds of stranded residents have been airlifted to Anchorage for safety, with many watching their homes float away.
- At least 1,800 Alaska residents from nearly 50 communities have been displaced, according to state officials.
- Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy described the damages as "almost something out of a warzone" and warned that some areas might be uninhabitable "for some time."
briefings on the damages had indicated "almost something out of a warzone"
Author's summary: Alaska Catholics seek prayer and support after typhoon floods.
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