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Mendenhall River flooding update: WM to expand residential self-haul hours

August 7, 2024 – News

In light of the recent glacial flood, the Waste Management (WM) Capitol Disposal Landfill will expand its hours for residential customers to self-haul to the …

The Mendenhall River running high on a sunny day

Mendenhall River flooding update: new resources and assistance available

August 7, 2024 – News

Community recovery continues in the wake of the August 6 Mendenhall River flooding. Many new resources have become available in the last 24 hours. Visit …

Intersection of Riverside Drive & Riverwood flooded with water

Mendenhall River flooding update (8/6 6:30 AM)

August 6, 2024 – News

The Mendenhall River crested at 15.99 feet early this morning, at 3:15 a.m Tuesday, August 6. Many Valley residents experienced significant flooding, displacement, and property …

Road closed sign with floodwaters visible over the road in the distance

CBJ facilities and road closures on August 6

August 6, 2024 – News

The following CBJ facilities are closed today, Tuesday, August 6: Dimond Park Aquatic Center Dimond Park Field House Mendenhall Valley Public Library Riverside Drive is …

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Special Assembly meeting at 12 p.m. today, SRRC meeting cancelled

August 6, 2024 – News

A special Assembly meeting will be held at 12 p.m. on Tuesday, August 6 remotely via Zoom. The agenda includes the following resolution: Resolution 3071: …

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 …