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: A Resolution of the City and Borough of Juneau Declaring a Local Emergency in Response to the August 2024 Glacier Outburst Flood and a Request for …
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 flood and formally requested state and federal assistance. Shortly afterwards, Governor Dunleavy declared a state emergency. The glacial outburst flood, which took place on August …
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 the field picking up an initial round of household garbage, furniture, and other non-hazardous-waste. Please help the crews work quickly by separating hazardous waste from …
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 were no injuries or fatalities, damage was widespread. Over 100 homes have been damaged or impacted by floodwaters. The community is now facing a long …
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 flood. Water levels are expected to crest in the very early morning hours of Tuesday, August 6, with water as high as 14-15 feet between …
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 Back to School Skate on Thursday, August 8 from 3:45 – 5:15 p.m. This event is free thanks to the generous sponsorship of the Douglas …
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 2023 glacial outburst. Residents along the Mendenhall River are advised to take immediate action. The latest National Weather Service forecast (updated 2:49 p.m. August 5) …
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 levels on the Mendenhall River are expected to crest tonight as high as 15.7 feet, above the August 2023 levels. The crest will likely arrive …
The City and Borough of Juneau Assembly is pleased to announce the selection of Emily Wright as the next Municipal Attorney. Wright, who currently serves as CBJ Assistant Attorney, will assume her new role on August 26 as Robert Palmer departs to pursue new opportunities. The Assembly will make a …
Suicide Basin is currently releasing water into Mendenhall Lake and Mendenhall River. At this time, it is too early to know the scale of the outburst. Please avoid the Mendenhall River for the safety of yourself and others until further notice. Residents in the vicinity of the river, especially those to …
