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Aerial view of flooded streets in Mendenhall Valley

Mendenhall River flooding update (8/6 2 PM)

August 6, 2024 – News

At a special Assembly meeting today, August 6, the City and Borough of Juneau Assembly declared a local emergency following the Mendenhall River glacial outburst …

August 6 Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee meeting cancelled

August 6, 2024 – FYI

The Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for 5:30 p.m. tonight, Tuesday, August 6 has been cancelled. The next Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee …

Aerial photo of neighborhood streets flooded with river water.

Flood insurance FAQ

August 6, 2024 –

How do I know if my home insurance covers flood damage? Contact your home insurance agent. Most home insurance policies do not cover flood damage. …

CBJ crews hauling a large pile of black trash bags full of flood debris away from a residential lawn

Mendenhall River flooding update: CBJ will organize debris collection

August 6, 2024 – News

UPDATE: CBJ is working with the State of Alaska to collect disaster debris in the upcoming days. As of today, DOT&PF crews are out in …

Aerial view of Mendenhall River with surrounding streets flooded

Mendenhall River flooding update: information for residents and homeowners

August 6, 2024 – News

In the early morning hours of August 6, the Mendenhall River crested at 15.99 feet, causing unprecedented flooding in the Mendenhall Valley. Although fortunately there …

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August 7 Special Assembly and Assembly Finance Committee meetings cancelled

August 6, 2024 – FYI

In order to continue to respond to the recent Mendenhall River flooding in Juneau, the August 7 Special Assembly and Assembly Finance Committee (AFC) meetings …

Photo of Mendenhall Lake with glacier in the distance

Suicide Basin update: prepare for significant flooding

August 5, 2024 – News

Suicide Basin continues to release into Mendenhall Lake and River and current forecasts indicate that flooding could reach levels similar the August 2023 glacial outburst …

Adult skater holdings hands with two children on the rink ice

2024-2025 Treadwell Arena season kicks off with free Back to School Skate on August 8

August 5, 2024 – News

The ice is back at Treadwell Arena! Shake off the rust and get ready for a new season of skating—and a new school year—at a …

High water levels along the Mendenhall River on a deceptively sunny day

Suicide Basin update: higher floodwater crest expected – take action now

August 5, 2024 – News

Water levels in Mendenhall River continue to rise following the release of Suicide Basin and the latest forecast indicates that flooding could exceed the August …

High waters on the Mendenhall River below Back Loop Bridge

Suicide Basin update: floodwater crest potentially higher than 2023 – take action now

August 5, 2024 – News

All residents to the west of Riverside Drive are advised to make an evacuation plan and seek shelter away from their homes for the night. Water …

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