Juneau, Alaska, Record Glacial Flooding

United States — Juneau, Alaska, is experiencing record glacial lake outburst flooding from the United States — Mendenhall Glacier, leading to evacuations and property damage. The United States — Mendenhall Glacier acts as an ice dam for Suicide Basin, which fills with rainwater and snowmelt. As the glacier retreats due to climate change, the water pressure builds, forcing water into Mendenhall Lake and down the Mendenhall River. This year's flood is predicted to crest at a new record level, surpassing previous years that damaged hundreds of residences. City officials, in collaboration with state and federal entities, have installed temporary Hesco barriers to protect over 460 properties. The United States — National Weather Service has issued warnings and forecasts, while the United States — United States Army Corps of Engineers is beginning a long-term study for a permanent solution. Residents are angered by the slow timeline, as outburst floods are expected to continue for decades.