Deadly Landslide in Ketchikan, Alaska Prompts Disaster Declaration

One person killed, three injured, and numerous homes damaged as officials warn of potential secondary slides.

The landslide struck Ketchikan around 4 p.m. Sunday, causing extensive damage to homes and infrastructure.
Mandatory evacuations have been ordered for affected areas, with shelters set up at local high schools.
Governor Mike Dunleavy declared a disaster, mobilizing state resources for response efforts.
Authorities are monitoring the possibility of additional landslides due to ongoing heavy rain.
Power outages have affected parts of the city, with restoration efforts underway.