Eielson Air Force Base Alaska is located near Fairbanks and is home to F-35A Lightning II fighter aircraft — the most advanced fighter in the US Air Force inventory — making it the northernmost F-35 base in the world. Eielson sits in the extreme subarctic environment where temperatures reach -65°F. The base serves as a critical Arctic defense installation and is a primary staging point for the Pacific Air Forces. The remote location and extreme cold create unique operational and emergency response challenges.
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// Risk Intelligence
| Threat Score | 7 / 10 High |
| Primary Hazard | Military / F-35 / Arctic / Extreme Cold |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Moderate |
| County FEMA Declarations | 7 |
| Last Major Event | 2019 Chena River Flooding |
// Emergency Information
| Emergency Phone | 907-377-1110 |
| Evacuation Routes | State and US highways |
| Elevation | 547 ft above sea level |
// County Risk Profile
Fairbanks North Star Borough AK
Alaska · Wildfire / Extreme Cold
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6/10
Moderate Risk