Aleutians West Census Area

Aleutians West Census Area extends from the Bering Sea to the North Pacific, encompassing a remote arc of volcanic islands, windswept coasts, and treeless maritime tundra. In Alaska’s far-western Aleutian chain, Adak and Attu are among its best-known islands, set amid open water, low ridges, and rapidly changing weather. The islands are part of the ancestral homeland of the Unangax̂ people, whose maritime knowledge remains central to the region’s identity. The Second World War also left a lasting mark: the Battle of Attu was fought here in 1943, while Adak later served as a major U.S. naval installation. Fishing, seabirds, and marine mammals reflect the importance of the surrounding seas. View additional webcams nearby to better understand how Aleutians West Census Area relates to the Bering Sea and North Pacific.

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