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Volcano Watch: The Alaska Volcano Observatory raised Kupreanof Volcano on the Alaska Peninsula to Advisory/aviation Yellow after a rise in earthquakes and sulfur dioxide, pointing to magmatic unrest—no eruption is guaranteed, but the remote peak could still disrupt flights if things escalate. North Slope Energy: First sellable oil from the Pikka field is described as “imminent,” with developers touting the biggest North Slope project in decades. Housing & Codes: Anchorage’s updated building code is set to take effect May 18, aiming to streamline some apartment building rules to ease costs while keeping safety. Fisheries Policy: NOAA declined to list Gulf of Alaska king salmon under the ESA, easing federal takeover fears; Alaska managers say many stocks remain a concern but overall risk is low. Teachers Pipeline: Alaska lawmakers passed a resolution urging the Trump administration to waive a steep H-1B visa fee that’s straining rural teacher hiring. Climate Signals: NOAA says El Niño is forming faster than expected, with odds rising for a historically strong event. Energy Transition (Southeast): Wrangell approved a 44-acre solar farm to cut diesel use during hydropower maintenance.

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