Articles Posted in Alaska Summer Safety

Alaska Pedestrian Safety – Alaska’s long summer days and beautiful weather encourage more people to walk, bike, and spend time outdoors. However, increased pedestrian traffic, extended daylight hours, and changing weather conditions can also increase the risk of serious pedestrian accidents. Whether you are walking through a busy downtown area or along a rural Alaska…

Observing Memorial Day in Alaska: Honoring Sacrifice Honor The Fallen – What Is Memorial Day? Memorial Day is a national day of remembrance honoring those of the United States Armed Forces who died while serving their country. Observed on the last Monday in May, Memorial Day provides families, communities, and veterans an opportunity to reflect…

Alaska Motorcycle Crash Injury Claims – Alaska offers breathtaking highways and unforgettable motorcycle rides. However, serious motorcycle accidents can happen quickly on Alaska roads. Determining fault after a motorcycle crash is often one of the most important steps in recovering compensation for injuries, medical expenses, lost income, and other damages. Unfortunately, motorcyclists injured in an…

Help Prevent Serious Accidents Motorcycles On Alaska Roads – Alaska motorcycle accidents can happen without warning, even to experienced riders. Motorcyclists face unique dangers on Alaska roads, including distracted drivers, sudden weather changes, gravel, wildlife crossings, construction zones, and icy conditions. Because riders have far less protection than occupants in passenger vehicles, even a low-speed…

Motorcycle Risks In Alaska Road Work Zones – Summer is one of the busiest motorcycle seasons in Alaska. Riders take advantage of long daylight hours and scenic highways across the state. At the same time, summer also brings heavy road construction activity. Unfortunately, construction zones can create serious dangers for motorcyclists. Motorcycles respond differently to…

Who May Be Liable For An Alaska Construction Zone Accident? Construction zones often create dangerous driving conditions across Alaska during the summer months. Narrow lanes, reduced speed limits, uneven pavement, and shifting traffic patterns increase the risk of serious crashes. When an accident happens in a work zone, injured victims often wonder who may be…

Alaska Construction Season – as Alaska heads toward the Memorial Day holiday, Alaskans are seeing spring and summer days bringing endless daylight, heavy tourist activity, and busy construction zones. Drivers should stay alert for seasonal road hazards throughout the summer months. Slow down and use extra caution when approaching road construction areas, changing traffic patterns,…

Alaska Tourists – Glacier Bay National Park, Katmai National Park, Lake Clark National Park, and Denali draw tourists to Alaska each year. While safety precautions are in place to protect Alaskans and Alaska’s Tourists, injuries sometimes occur while visiting Alaska. The Alaska Department of Transportation reports that in 2023, there were 67 fatalities in 59 fatal crashes…

Summer Solstice Weekend is here. Summer begins with the solstice on Friday, June 20, 2025, marking the astronomical first day of summer in the Northern Hemisphere. What exactly IS the summer solstice? Is it really the longest day of the year? Welcome the solstice with some interesting facts and folklore. People mark this event with celebrations include festivals,…

Heads Up Alaska – Summer activities and tourist season bring more foot traffic throughout Alaska. No matter whether you are at home, hiking Alaska’s Trails, or enjoying outdoor activities that Alaska’s summers bring, be present and aware of your surroundings. At Home Even when we know the area, we can become distracted walkers. Fifty-two percent…