Emergency Simulation Uses Juneau’s Landscape to Prepare for National Threats

Alaska Capitol to host military exercise, including National Guard, FBI and other agencies

The Alaska State Capitol is seen behind a curtain of blooming branches on Saturday, May 17, 2025. (Photo by James Brooks/Alaska Beacon)Cruise ship passengers in Alaska’s capital city, visitors to the Alaska State Capitol and residents could be greeted by officials in hazmat suits next week as the city hosts a large-scale military exercise. “Operation ORCA” will test the readiness of first responders and members of the Alaska National Guard for a…

National Guard to hold multi-day emergency response training in Juneau

An agent with the Anchorage FBI Evidence Response Team gets help removing his biohazard suit at the Anchorage Fire Department Fire Training Center in Anchorage, Alaska, June 13, 2023. (Alaska National Guard photo by Robert DeBerry) This weekend, the U.S. National Guard will begin conducting emergency preparation drills throughout Juneau.  The exercise is called Operation ORCA. Capt. Kyle Rehberg with the National Guard said it’s meant to prepare…

Emergency simulation uses Juneau’s landscape to prepare for national threats

Alaska National Guard ORCA Exercise may disrupt community, but increases response readiness.