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flag After a 2025 storm destroyed 150 homes, Alaska’s Kipnuk village debates relocating for safety or rebuilding in place, with a decision needed soon to secure funding.

flag After a 2025 storm destroyed 150 homes and forced nearly all residents to evacuate, Alaska’s Kipnuk village is deciding whether to rebuild in place or relocate to higher ground. flag On January 31, 2026, over 50 residents, including elders and leaders, met in Anchorage and online to discuss the future, with opinions divided over staying due to cultural ties or moving for safety. flag The community, now mostly living in Anchorage or Bethel, seeks clarity on land ownership, funding, and federal support, with no external authority dictating the choice. flag A decision must be made quickly to access limited funding, and the outcome will determine Kipnuk’s future.

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