Utqiagvik (Barrow) is the northernmost city in the United States, sitting on the Arctic Ocean coast where accelerating climate change is causing rapid coastal erosion, permafrost thaw, and increasingly severe Arctic storms. The city has lost significant land to erosion and faces potential relocation. Its extreme isolation — accessible only by air — makes disaster self-sufficiency critical, and emergency supplies must be pre-positioned months in advance.
// Recommended Supplies
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// Risk Intelligence
| Threat Score | 8 / 10 High |
| Primary Hazard | Arctic Storm / Coastal Erosion / Permafrost |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Moderate |
| County FEMA Declarations | 7 |
| Last Major Event | 2019 Permafrost Thaw |
// Emergency Information
| Emergency Phone | 907-852-5211 |
| Evacuation Routes | State and US highways |
| Elevation | 15 ft above sea level |
// County Risk Profile
North Slope Borough AK
Alaska · Extreme Cold / Flash Flooding
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6/10
Moderate Risk