Alaska State Fire Marshal Emphasizes the Importance of Smoke Detectors
Twenty-one Alaskans have died to date because of fire in 2024 October 1, 2024 (Anchorage, AK) – As the autumn chill settles in, fire safety is a paramount concern for Alaskans. Governor Mike Dunleavy issued a proclamation to recognizing October as Fire Prevention month in Alaska. And as October 6 – 12 is Fire Prevention […]
Department of Public Safety Begins Limited Deployment of Body-Worn Cameras
May 1, 2023 (Anchorage, AK) – The Alaska Department of Public Safety has started a limited deployment of body-worn cameras across Alaska to lay the groundwork for a full deployment later this year. Thirty Alaska State Troopers, Wildlife Troopers, and Court Services Officers are now using the new technology as part of their normal duties […]
Lloyd Nakano Appointed State Fire Marshal
February 7, 2023 (ANCHORAGE, AK) – Alaska Department of Public Safety Commissioner James Cockrell has appointed Lloyd Nakano as the new State Fire Marshal and Director of the Division of Fire and Life Safety. State Fire Marshal Nakano has been with the Department of Public Safety since September 2005 and has been the Assistant State […]
Fireworks Use Suspended Over Much of the State
Decision based on hot, dry weather and ongoing fire response June 30, 2022 (ANCHORAGE) – The Alaska State Fire Marshal’s Office, in cooperation with the Alaska Department of Natural Resources / Division of Forestry, is implementing an immediate suspension on the use of fireworks across much of Alaska. Made in accordance with Alaska Administrative Code […]
May is Building Safety Month
This year focuses on benefits of building codes May 2, 2022 (Anchorage, AK) – Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy proclaimed May as Building Safety Month in Alaska. This is the 42nd annual Building Safety Month, a worldwide campaign presented by the International Code Council, its members, and partners to promote building safety. This year’s campaign, “Safety […]