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State emergency director briefs Senate on Typhoon Halong response and limits of federal disaster aid Brian Fisher, director of the Alaska Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management, told the Senate State Affairs Committee that FEMA’s usual minimum federal cost share under the Stafford Act is 75% and that the governor’s request for an increased federal share after Typhoon Halong was denied; the state has appealed while FEMA aid and individual assistance are flowing.

Alaska's emergency response is in the spotlight as the state awaits a crucial decision on federal disaster aid following Typhoon Halong's devastating impact.

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Alaska emergency teams tackle natural disasters with rapid response strategies State officials detail effective disaster response during Ketchikan and Nome emergency events.

Alaska's emergency teams are revolutionizing disaster response with cutting-edge technology and community collaboration to tackle the challenges of extreme weather head-on.

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