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Juneau Braces for Annual Glacial Outburst Floods Amidst Rising Global Concerns

Juneau Braces for Annual Glacial Outburst Floods Amidst Rising Global Concerns

Juneau Braces for Annual Glacial Outburst Floods Amidst Rising Global Concerns Juneau, Alaska, is once again on high alert as the region enters August, the peak month for glacial outburst floods. While the city’s recently reinforced barrier systems, implemented after the significant 2024 event, have shown effectiveness in mitigating property damage, residents remain vigilant. These unpredictable floods, known as Glacial Lake Outburst Floods (GLOFs), occur when natural ice or sediment dams collapse, unleashing torrents of water downstream. Although common in…

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Juneau Braces for Record Glacial Flooding as Suicide Basin Unleashes Torrent

Juneau Braces for Record Glacial Flooding as Suicide Basin Unleashes Torrent

Juneau Braces for Record Glacial Flooding as Suicide Basin Unleashes Torrent Juneau, Alaska is currently in the grips of a major flood event, as a dramatic surge in water levels from a glacial lake near the capital city threatens homes and infrastructure. Authorities on Wednesday, August 13, warned residents that the Juneau area would remain in a ‘major flood stage’ for several more hours, marking the third consecutive year of significant summer glacial flooding. The unfolding crisis is attributed by…

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BREAKING: Juneau Faces Record Glacier Flood Surge, Evacuations Underway

BREAKING: Juneau Faces Record Glacier Flood Surge, Evacuations Underway

BREAKING: Juneau Faces Record Glacier Flood Surge, Evacuations Underway Juneau, Alaska, is currently experiencing and bracing for a record-breaking surge of floodwaters as the Mendenhall Glacier undergoes a significant outburst. Officials confirmed on Tuesday that water had begun escaping the ice dam, with flooding expected to peak late Wednesday afternoon, August 13th, prompting urgent evacuation advisories for residents in vulnerable areas. The Mendenhall River, fed by Mendenhall Lake, is the primary conduit for the rapidly rising water, placing homes nearest…

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