The National Weather Service warned that a vast swath of Western Alaska could see flooding and high winds as the remnants of Typhoon Merbok move toward the Bering Sea region.
Beach and shoreline erosion is possible in areas, with wind-driven waves and storm surge, he said.
John Handeland, Nome’s mayor, said Thursday that officials were getting weather updates and have been preparing. He said a recreation center has been set up for use as an emergency shelter, if needed.
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