Articles Posted in Alaska Summer Safety

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…

Smart Alaskans Use Sunscreen – The most common cause of skin cancer is by exposure to ultraviolet (UV) light. Despite not being a hot climate like the Lower 48, Alaska’s sun can still cause sunburn and skin damage. Long summer days mean you’re exposed to the sun for a longer period, increasing the risk of…

Summer Solstice In Alaska – Alaska is known as the land of the Midnight Sun. During Summer Solstice, many communities across Alaska celebrate the extended sunlight throughout the month of June. It’s important to stay safe, hydrated, and protected from the sun when celebrating. This ensures you and yours will fully enjoy the Summer Solstice…

Walk Aware Alaska – April showers bring May flowers. For Alaska, May also brings twenty-four hours of sunshine. By the time June makes an appearance, Alaskan summer is in full swing. As summer picks up, roads are becoming more crowded with people walking, biking, running and recreating, which means pedestrian safety is top of mind.…