Western Alaska is being hit by a powerful storm, which is the remnants of Typhoon Merbok. Coastal communities including Golovin, Chevak, and Hooper Bay are experiencing major flooding, with reports of high waters and wind tearing off roofs. The National Weather Service has issued a flood warning for Alaska's western coast, and the storm is predicted to be one of the worst to hit the area in recent history. The situation is ongoing, and updates are expected.