The Eaglecrest Board of Directors is pleased to announce the selection of Craig Cimmons as the next General Manager of Eaglecrest Ski Area. Cimmons will formally be appointed to the role at a special Eaglecrest Board meeting on Thursday, August 15 at 5:30 pm. “The Eaglecrest Board is very excited …
In the wake of unprecedented glacial outburst flooding along the Mendenhall River, the Juneau Community Foundation has reestablished the Mendenhall Flood Relief Fund to provide support to those affected by this disaster. If you have experienced significant loss as a result of the flooding, you are encouraged to apply for …
Today offered opportunities to reflect on the generosity of those within and without our community as a number of new support resources became available to those affected by the flood—including some arriving on four legs. Take a moment to check the latest information below and make sure you’re aware of …
A week out from the August 6 flooding, many in the community are facing significant loss and uncertainty. Exhaustion and strain are mounting; the end may seem far from sight. At this time, it’s more important than ever to care for your mental well-being alongside your physical needs. That might …
Many residents have cars or trucks that have been damaged or totaled by the flood and are now wondering what steps to take. There are a few options, depending on if you plan on filing an insurance claim for your vehicle or not. If filing an insurance claim: For those …
The following press release is from the Alaska Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management: Disaster Assistance Center To Open for 2024 August Juneau Basin Flood Survivors On August 6, 2024, the Mendenhall Valley experienced major flooding after a glacial outburst flood occurred in Suicide Basin. Disaster Assistance Centers will …
New support is available on the ground for those affected by the August 6 Mendenhall River flood. The Red Cross has opened disaster assistance intake at their Lemon Creek office (5636 Glacier Highway) and the State of Alaska will open two in-person Disaster Assistance Centers beginning Wednesday. Read on for …
As of this weekend, CBJ and the American Red Cross of Alaska have completed preliminary damage assessments of neighborhoods impacted by the August 6 Mendenhall River flooding. At the latest estimate, approximately 290 residences (including apartments and condos) were damaged by floodwaters. Some residents are now turning to long-term planning …
Throughout the week, CBJ, Alaska DOT&PF and the Alaska National Guard have been picking up household garbage, furniture, and debris from neighborhoods impacted by flooding. Starting tomorrow, Sunday, August 11, crews will begin collection runs for hazardous waste. Here’s the latest information about flood debris collection: Construction & demolition waste: …
Clean-up and repair continues into the weekend as many residents move into the long-term recovery phase. Now may be the time to start thinking about next steps that were too overwhelming to consider in the immediate aftermath, or to begin your application for state disaster assistance. Juneau continues to be …
