As Glacier Thins Upstream of Juneau, Annual Flooding Is the New Normal

Mendenhall River Flood Breaks Record, Triggers Evacuations

The Mendenhall River flood near Juneau, Alaska, the state capital, reached a record-breaking crest of 16.65 feet on the morning of Wednesday August 13 after a massive glacial outburst sent debris-filled water rushing into neighborhoods. The National Weather Service (NWS) confirmed it was the largest event of its kind on record, surpassing last year’s crest of 15.99 feet. Officials urged residents in the 17-foot lake-level inundation zone to evac…

As glacier thins upstream of Juneau, annual flooding is the new normal

A rush of glacial floodwater swept down Alaska’s Mendenhall River on Wednesday morning, prompting evacuation warnings in parts of Juneau.

TRICARE Authorizes Temporary Prescription Refill Waivers for Borough of Juneau, Alaska, due to Flooding

The Defense Health Agency announced that TRICARE beneficiaries in the borough of Juneau, Alaska, may receive emergency prescription refills now through Aug. 22, due to flooding.

Alaska disaster declared in Juneau after potential Mendenhall Glacier flood

Governor Dunleavy issues a State Disaster Declaration for Juneau due to a potential catastrophic flood from Suicide Basin. Residents can apply for assistance starting August 14 through October 13.

'Glacial Lake Outburst' in Alaska Threatens Major Flooding

A “glacial lake outburst,” in which water gushes from a glacial lake after pooling to the point of overflow, is threatening Juneau, Alaska for the third consecutive August. AccuWeather reports that the outburst, which began Tuesday, has caused”record-breaking water levels” this week. Thankfully, so far, Juneau’s flood barriers have been able to contain the outburst and prevent disaster. “The outburst began Tuesday at Suicide Basin, a glacial lak…