14 Terrifying Things In Alaska That Can (And Just Might) Kill You
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Victoria W
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The stunning natural beauty of Alaska attracts so many who never leave the comfort of their tour groups, and for good reason. The Last Frontier can be a dangerous place if you don’t know what to look out for or how to survive. Here are just a few things that could possibly kill you (some more likely than others) if you choose to explore our great state:
Don't worry, this photo is deceiving. The water under her is actually frozen solid. Still, freezing water is very hard to swim in, and it has claimed many lives in Alaska.
Being eaten by this guy would be a very grisly end indeed (see what we did there?).
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Wrong. September and October (mating season) and early spring (when they're protecting their young) are when most attacks occur. Don't ever feed a moose, and keep your dogs at a safe distance.
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And this guy is about to drive it on a dinky little scooter (cue the dramatic music).
They may be beautiful, but stormy seas can spell the end of even a seasoned sailor. Weather in some parts of Alaska is notorious for turning on a dime.
Fleetwood Mac spoke the truth about a lot of things, but especially this.
If you're in the central Alaska region, especially in the summer months, keep an eye on the sky for signs of smoke.
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These bad boys tend to sweat a little in the summer months, and their crumbling facades can be very dangerous for anyone directly above or below them.
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Most people in the rest of the country don't even realize that this is a problem in Alaska, but the 1964 Alaska earthquake was one of the worst in recorded history.
Try to be especially cautious after a big snowfall or during high winds.
A woman was killed by wolves in Alaska six years ago in the small village of Chignik Lake, which was only the second fatal attack by wolves in North America at the time.
Sure, this isn't exclusive to Alaska, but ice and snow significantly increase the risk of frightening traffic accidents, especially around visitors who aren't used to snowy conditions.
A lot of people come to Alaska prepared for the freezing temperatures and forget about these adorable little bloodsuckers.
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A single state with earthquakes, wildfires, landslides, and freezing temperatures? You've got to be pretty tough to live here.
What do you think is the most dangerous thing about living in Alaska? Please let us know in the comments!
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