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Alaska's capital of Juneau faced record floodwaters due to rainwater and snowmelt flowing downstream from a basin dammed by ...
The glacial flooding that sent residents of Alaska’s capital city scrambling this week has become an annual ordeal for those ...
One of Alaska's most populated cities is bracing for potentially catastrophic flooding as a basin dammed within the ...
Officials in Alaska have advised residents to evacuate the state's capital city Wednesday as a melting glacier is expected to ...
Glacial lake outburst flooding is a flood that's produced by the quick, unexpected release of water from a glacial lake.
Emergency officials say new barriers appear to have worked as planned, with only scattered reports of water leaks.
Recent flooding events around the country this summer have sparked concerns for communities in and near flood zones.
Mendenhall River runs through Juneau, Alaska. The river rose to a record level, but temporary barriers largely kept major ...
USGS streamgages show flood conditions are now underway, with live cameras providing real-time views on the USGS HIVIS ...
The event, one of several held by municipal and Tribe officials, was in anticipation of another glacial outburst flood. (Photo by Corrine Smith/Alaska Beacon) ...