Safety

The Alaska FBI warns of romance scams and how to recognize them.

Steven Hjelm, 54, went missing on January 9th after leaving his sister’s house on 16th Avenue, headed towards a corner store on foot. He has not been heard from since that day.

Steven Hjelm, 54, went missing on January 9th after leaving his sister’s apartment on 16th avenue near South Cushman Street.

In a press release issued Thursday evening, the Fairbanks Police Department has announced that Kayce Smith, who was reported missing on January 9, 2021, has been located.

Johnathan Nakarak was found Wednesday after an anonymous tipster notified the Alaska State Troopers that he was staying in Salcha.

Alaska FBI office warns of COVID-19 vaccine scams and how to spot them.

A vigil was held in Fairbanks for the high number of missing persons. Families pleaded with law enforcement to call on the F.B.I. for help.

Snowmachining is a popular winter activity in Alaska. Whether for fun or just to get you from one place to the next, many Alaskans spend their winter on the vehicles. However, they can be dangerous if used improperly.

On Monday afternoon at approximately 4:00 p.m. Alaska State Troopers received a report of a snowmachine accident near Fox, on the pipeline access trails.

Alaska Airlines will be adding additional safety measure ahead of the presidential inauguration.

Interior law enforcement is looking for a new place to train officers after the firing range they previously used was closed. They have identified 10 sites around the Fairbanks and North Pole area and are seeking public comment about the proposed locations.

Four people who were unaccounted for after landslides in Haines have been found safe, but two others are still missing as of Thursday morning.

The City of Fairbanks has announced it’s plans for hiring a new Police Chief for the Fairbanks Police Department. The spot was left vacant after the previous chief, Nancy Reeder, left the position suddenly in August. Since August, Rick Sweet has been serving as the acting chief at the department while they look to hire a new one.

The Fort Wainwright Fire Department is tasked with protecting and serving the Army Post in Fairbanks Alaska. While most of those they serve are in the military, none of the members of the department are currently enlisted.

On Tuesday Oct. 27 the Winter Fortymile hunt will open on the Steese and Taylor highways in Interior Alaska. Alaska Wildlife Troopers are warning of bad weather conditions and residents worry about how hunters will treat the land in the area.

With winter fast approaching, Alaska State Troopers want drivers to make sure their vehicles are prepared for the snow and ice.

September is National Preparedness Month and federal, state and local governments are encouraging people to learn about being prepared for disasters.

Moose hunting season has started and thousands of Alaskans are out looking for a moose. The department of Fish and Game is encouraging hunters to take steps to keep themselves safe as well as know the rules to stay out of trouble.

The Wendell Avenue Bridge was closed Tuesday as crews begin work to replace the bridge. The closure will last over a year, impacting traffic patterns in the area. Fairbanks Police and Fire say that the closure will not affect their response times and they will still be able to provide service to residents during the closure.

The Fairbanks Police Department announced Monday that Police Chief Nancy Reeder has resigned from her current position effective Monday August 24th, 2020 citing to personal reasons.

Trees around power lines can be dangerous. We spoke with GVEA to learn about some of the dangers and how to avoid them.

Alaska State Troopers say a 36-year-old man has died following a workplace accident Saturday in Delta Junction.

Since coronavirus arrived in Alaska, hotel workers have been on the front lines of the pandemic as they take care of the people quarantining in their hotels upon arrival. However, some that belong to local union, Unite Here 878, don’t feel they’re prepared to do their jobs safely.

LifeMed Alaska, a full-scope, 24-hour medical evacuation service, broke ground on a new hangar in Fairbanks, to better meet medical transportation needs in the Interior.

A boating accident over the weekend led to the death of a Bethel man.

Oh, say can you see… The fireworks bursting across the sky. Fireworks and Independence Day go hand in hand and safety is important.

Oh, say can you see… The fireworks bursting across the sky. Fireworks and Independence Day go hand in hand and safety is important.

Alaska State Troopers are reminding the public about hiking safety in the wake of multiple recent search and rescues for hikers and a recent death.

Alaska State Troopers are reminding the public about hiking safety in the wake of multiple recent search and rescues for hikers and a recent death.

The Fairbanks Police Department says that they expect people to be socializing and traveling over the long weekend.