The pictures above were taken by Pastor Jimmy Okitkin today and are shots of Kotlik and the AG church in Kotlik underwater. This scene is playing out in many of the locations in Western Alaska. Pastor Jimmy spoke with Pastor Marvin in Alakanuk, and they are taking on water as well.
Pastor Mike Christian of Nome reports that all roads heading out of Nome are closed except for towards Anvil Mountain. Water is over the road heading to the airport, and the ocean is very high. Waves are breaking over the roads, and they are expecting high winds tonight. We have been unable to reach Pt. Hope. However, Pastor Mike was able to speak with State Troopers who informed him that Pt. Hope has been without power all day. The people are evacuated to the school building. Pastor Mike was also able to reach Kotzebue, who reported that things are going ok there.
Pastor Caleb has been in contact with Shaktoolik, and they were not yet flooded, but anxiously awaiting the evening to see if they would flood during the high tide. Winds are strong.
Pastor Linda Staub reports that her family is safe in St. Michael and assisting in evacuations. We spoke with a person at the church in Unalakleet and she reported that people were seeking safe shelter. Missionary Terry Hull has been trying to reach the Covlasky's in Emmonak, but has not been able to reach them for a report. He will continue to try.
Please be praying for the people in the villages and communities of Western Alaska this evening as they continue to ride out this storm.
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