Nome on the Bering Sea coast is one of the most storm-vulnerable Alaska communities with serious coastal erosion from sea level rise and increasing Arctic storms. Permafrost degradation is destabilizing infrastructure. The city is accessible only by air in winter and by sea in summer. The historic Iditarod trail terminus creates unique emergency considerations.
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// Risk Intelligence
| Threat Score | 8 / 10 High |
| Primary Hazard | Extreme Cold / Storm Surge / Coastal Erosion / Permafrost / Isolation |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Moderate |
| County FEMA Declarations | 7 |
| Last Major Event | 2011 Bering Sea Storm |
// Emergency Information
| Emergency Phone | (907) 443-5242 |
| Evacuation Routes | State and US highways |
| Elevation | 10 ft above sea level |
// County Risk Profile
Nome Census Area AK
Alaska · Extreme Cold / Flash Flooding
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6/10
Moderate Risk