Statement from the CEO of AVCP on Typhoon Halong’s Impact on the Y-K Delta Region
Bethel, Alaska — As the remnants of Typhoon Halong continue to batter the Yukon-Kuskokwim Delta with hurricane-force winds and catastrophic coastal flooding, the Association of Village Council Presidents (AVCP) stands in unwavering solidarity with our communities across the region.
This storm, described by the National Weather Service as potentially the strongest to strike Alaska’s west coast since Typhoon Merbok in 2022, has already caused significant damage in Kipnuk, Kwigillingok, and Napakiak. Reports confirm that homes have been displaced, infrastructure compromised, and residents are in urgent need of assistance[1]. We are continuing to receive updates from other communities and will continue to monitor.
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AVCP Statement – Typhoon Halong’s Impact on Y-K Delta Region
About:
Association of Village Council Presidents: Association of Village Council Presidents (AVCP) is a regional non-profit tribal consortium comprising 56 federally recognized tribes of the Yukon-Kuskokwim Delta. AVCP’s region is approximately 55,000 square miles, with a population of 27,000 residing in 48 communities along the Yukon River, Kuskokwim River, and Bering Sea coast. The residents of the region are primarily Yup’ik, Cup’ik, and Athabascan. AVCP is dedicated to supporting the interests of its member tribes, including through community development, education, social services, culturally relevant programs, and advocacy. AVCP promotes self-determination and protection and enhancement of cultural and traditional values. As part of its mission, AVCP has long been committed to advocating for the protection of the Bering Sea and its resources.
