KPB Alerts

09/03/2026

09/01/2026

September is National Preparedness Month!

This years’ theme is Americans Stand Ready echoing the can-do American spirit of resourcefulness and duty.

The Kenai Peninsula Borough Office of Emergency Management is here to support our community. When individuals are prepared and self-reliant, we can bolster the work our brave first responders do to help our family and friends on their worst days. Being a proactive community strengthens our resilience and continues our legacy as proud Alaskans.

Throughout September, KPB OEM will share tool kits, training opportunities, preparedness strategies, alert warning programs, hazard mitigation, emergency operations plans, volunteer opportunities and more.

If you would like more information on these topics or to speak with a member of the OEM Department, please contact us at [email protected] or call 907-262-4910.

Ready, Set, Go!
https://info.kpb.us/


Level 1 Ready - Be Aware. Be Prepared. Take steps now to prepare for emergencies and hazards.

Level 2 Set - Know when it's time to go! Be ready to evacuate.

Level 3 Go! - Go Now! Follow recommended evacuation routes. Go to your nearest shelter or away from the hazard.

08/03/2026

*** Update: The previous day's Flood Watch for the Seward area has been cancelled by the National Weather Service. ***

07/28/2026

The U.S. Tsunami Warning Center has determined that there is not a tsunami threat from the 7.1 earthquake that occurred in Kyushu, Japan.

07/21/2026

The US National Weather Service Anchorage Alaska has issued a wind advisory from 1:00 AM to noon on Thursday with the greatest anticipated impacts being along Cook Inlet beaches from the Kenai River to Nikiski. Sustained winds of 15 to 30 MPH gusting between 35 to 50 MPH is expected with waves potentially reaching 8 to 12 feet.

Updated information can be found at weather.gov/Anchorage

Head to https://info.kpb.us/pages/weather for best practices and sign up for local emergency alerts through KPB Alerts at https://my.kpb.us/users/sign_in

‼ Wind Advisories have been issued for Anchorage and the Western Kenai Peninsula through Thursday!
Winds will be increasing across these areas at different times, so check the timing below.
See our website to check-in on the Wind Advisories and plan accordingly.

For the latest, check weather.gov/Anchorage

07/19/2026

The US National Weather Service Anchorage Alaska has issued a flood warning for Seward until 10 AM Tuesday. Expect low lying areas and roads to be impacted. Use caution when traveling the area.

You can find current road conditions on https://511.Alaska.gov or by calling 511.

Go to https://info.KPB.us/pages/flooding-landslides for best practices and preparedness tips.

A Flood Warning is in effect for Seward through 10 AM AKDT Tuesday. Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected. Water levels will crest Monday morning through Monday afternoon, then quickly begin to fall Monday night through Tuesday.

07/02/2026

See the below updated information regarding the response last night to the Martha Fire ( #344) from Alaska DNR - Division of Forestry & Fire Protection - DFFP.

As we head into the July 4th weekend, now is a good time to take stock of your own preparedness! Head over to https://info.kpb.us/pages/preparedness-guide for best practices and other information. Don't forget to sign up at https://my.kpb.us/users/sign_in to receive local emergency alerts.

This map shows the vicinity of the Martha Fire. A variety of resources made for a quick response to the Martha Fire ( #344) yesterday, near Soldotna, AK. The fire was reported around 6 PM last night…

07/02/2026

Updated information from Alaska DNR - Division of Forestry & Fire Protection - DFFP. Again, no evacuations have been recommended.

6:30 PM – At 5:45 PM on Wednesday, the Martha Fire ( #344) was reported near Pavilion Drive and Martha Cir., near Soldotna, AK. Engines and helitack on scene are actively protecting structures…

07/02/2026

July 1, 2026, 6:40PM:
Alaska DNR - Division of Forestry & Fire Protection - DFFP and Central Emergency Services are responding to the Martha Fire ( #344) in the Mackey Lake area. No evacuations are anticipated. Expect increased traffic and equipment in the area as responders work on containment.

This post will be updated as information becomes available.

07/01/2026

ANNUAL SPARK-FREE REMINDER: Do your part; no sparks – no wildfire starts!

The sale or discharge of fireworks is prohibited within the Kenai Peninsula Borough. This is a critical reminder when dry conditions are present across the landscape.

The only exception is for public displays controlled and coordinated by a municipality or an approved, licensed organization.
Visit https://info.kpb.us for wildfire preparedness info, best practices, and to sign up for local emergency alerting!