The current situation in the capital city of Juneau, Alaska is causing concern among its residents. Record glacier flooding is threatening the city, with the famous 3,000-year-old Mendenhall Glacier at its center, as reported by Axios. The Washington Post provides a broader perspective, stating that the water originating from the glacier’s basin, specifically Suicide Basin, has overflowed, leading to flooding in Mendenhall Lake and Mendenhall River. This has been an ongoing occurrence since 2011, but this year’s flood has shattered previous records by almost 3 feet.
The flood has resulted in significant damage, with at least two structures being swept away into the rushing river, according to the AP. Other structures have also been severely damaged and declared unsafe, prompting Juneau officials to declare a local emergency. CNN reports that the unstable riverbanks are a major concern. NWS meteorologist Andrew Park expresses the devastation this has caused for the community, stating that the current situation has exceeded their expectations.
For visual evidence of the flooding, Weather.com has a video showcasing the destructive power of the flood, including a house being carried away by the river. Furthermore, KTOO has a two-minute aerial footage shot by a drone, offering a unique perspective on the scale of the flooding.
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