IOCC Emergency Response Update
Alaska Floods
On October 12, 2025, remnants of Typhoon Halong swept Western Alaska, impacting the Yukon-Kuskokwim Delta. The typhoon produced a storm surge that flooded villages, pushing homes off their foundations and causing widespread destruction.
More than 1,500 people were forced from their homes.
The flooding also directly impacted the Orthodox community, sweeping away St. Michael Church in Kwigillingok and the home of the serving priest.
Latest Updates
• IOCC is monitoring the situation and coordinating with local authorities and response organizations through VOAD (Volunteer Organizations Active in Disaster). At this time, these organizations have not requested additional assistance from IOCC.
• IOCC is deploying a small team of Frontliners to Alaska to offer survivors and local clergy emotional and spiritual care.
• IOCC is offering technical support to the Orthodox Church in America, Diocese of Sitka & Alaska, assisting them with the logistics of their relief effort.
• IOCC has been in contact with local Orthodox parishes to gather information and determine the potential for additional assistance.
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A gift to IOCC’s US Emergency Response Fund allows IOCC to mobilize aid quickly and effectively. Your generosity helps address immediate needs following crises like this one, as well as supporting long-term recovery efforts. Join us in helping those affected by the flooding in Alaska and consider making a donation today.