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(ANCHORAGE, Alaska) – Governor Mike Dunleavy held a meeting on Friday with residents and community leaders in Wrangell, Alaska, in the wake of a fatal landslide that occurred on Monday night, causing significant devastation.Earlier today, the Department of Public Safety released the names of three Alaskans who are still missing: Otto Florschutz, aged 65, Derek Heller, aged 12, and Kara Heller, aged 11. The search and rescue operations have unfortunately recovered the bodies of three individuals, identified as Timothy Heller, aged 44, Beth Heller, aged 36, and Mara Heller, aged 16. However, one adult was found alive and in good condition on Tuesday.
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“My deepest condolences go out to the Florschutz and Heller families. Wrangell is a close-knit community, and it is heart-wrenching to witness the pain and suffering they are enduring. I will continue to keep Wrangell, as well as the Florschutz and Heller families, in my thoughts and prayers. Seeing the magnitude of the landslide firsthand is truly humbling. It is nothing short of a miracle that one person was rescued and is now safe and well,” expressed Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy. “This week, numerous Alaskans have selflessly put aside their own Thanksgiving celebrations to join the search and rescue efforts, providing comfort and support to the affected families. I am immensely grateful for each and every individual who has stepped up to aid their fellow Alaskans.”
On Tuesday, Governor Dunleavy declared a state disaster for the landslide and has pledged to provide Wrangell with all available state resources to assist in the recovery efforts following this tragic incident.
The Governor was accompanied by Maj. Gen. Torrence Saxe, Commissioner of the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs, John Boyle, Commissioner of the Department of Natural Resources, and Ryan Anderson, Commissioner of the Department of Transportation and Public Facilities. These state departments, in cooperation with the City and Borough of Wrangell, as well as other agencies and non-governmental organizations, are working tirelessly to coordinate disaster recovery efforts.
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Wrangell Community Receives Governor’s Support after Devastating Landslide
Wrangell, Alaska – Governor Mike Dunleavy met with residents and community leaders in Wrangell on Friday to provide support and resources following a catastrophic landslide that struck the area on Monday night. The Governor expressed his heartfelt condolences to the Florschutz and Heller families, as the tight-knit town of Wrangell mourns the loss of loved ones and grapples with the extensive damage caused by the natural disaster.
The Department of Public Safety has confirmed that three Alaskans, Otto Florschutz (65), Derek Heller (12), and Kara Heller (11), are still missing. Tragically, the search and rescue teams have recovered the bodies of Timothy Heller (44), Beth Heller (36), and Mara Heller (16). However, there was a glimmer of hope when one adult was miraculously found alive and in good condition on Tuesday.
Expressing his deep empathy, Governor Dunleavy stated, “My thoughts and prayers are with the Florschutz and Heller families, as well as the entire Wrangell community. Witnessing the scale of the landslide firsthand has been a humbling experience. We are grateful for the safety of the one survivor, and I commend the selflessness of the Alaskans who have sacrificed their Thanksgiving celebrations to aid in the search and rescue efforts.”
Recognizing the severity of the situation, Governor Dunleavy promptly declared a state disaster for the landslide on Tuesday, ensuring that Wrangell receives all available state resources to facilitate the recovery process. Additionally, he pledged his unwavering support to the community during these challenging times.
Accompanied by key officials, including Maj. Gen. Torrence Saxe, Commissioner of the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs, John Boyle, Commissioner of the Department of Natural Resources, and Ryan Anderson, Commissioner of the Department of Transportation and Public Facilities, Governor Dunleavy held discussions to strategize and coordinate the ongoing disaster recovery efforts.
The collaborative efforts between state departments, the City and Borough of Wrangell, and various agencies and non-governmental organizations aim to ensure effective and efficient rehabilitation of the affected areas. The priority is to provide necessary aid, support, and comfort to the grieving families and help the community rebuild and heal.
The Governor’s visit has provided solace and rekindled hope among the residents of Wrangell, as they come together in this time of adversity. The strength and resilience of the community, combined with the support of the Alaskan government, will undoubtedly lead to the successful recovery and restoration of Wrangell.
