An emergency dig is on to recover displaced artifacts in Alaska before the next storm

Archaeologists are urgently working to recover thousands of artifacts from a dig site in western Alaska that were upended and scattered by Typhoon Halong in 2025. The storm's powerful winds and waves displaced the items, threatening to further damage or destroy priceless historical pieces before the next storm hits. This effort is critical as these artifacts provide invaluable insight into the region's ancient cultures and history. The urgency of the situation highlights the vulnerability of archaeological sites to natural disasters and the importance of swift action to preserve our shared heritage.