Juneau flood warning: Suicide Basin releasing as Mendenhall River levels rise; check map, evacuation amid scary visuals
Juneau in Alaska warned of flooding with Suicide Basin releasing water and levels in Mendenhall River expected to rise.
Juneau authorities have issued a flood warning as water levels in Suicide Basin release and the Mendenhall River is expected to rise. The National Weather Service has issued a statement about the flood warning, predicting that the Mendenhall River will reach minor flood stage by tomorrow afternoon and continue to rise until the morning of August 13.
This flood impact is estimated at 9.0 feet, with water starting to cover Skaters Cabin Road between Skaters Cabin and West Glacier Trailhead, and flowing into the Mendenhall Lake Campground.
The Juneau government stated that evacuation is advised for those in flood zones, and an emergency evacuation shelter will be open at Floyd Dryden Gym. With the glacial dam releasing, some alarming visuals have circulated online, including a photo of high water levels in Suicide Basin and a video of preparations being made amidst the flood warning.
Local businesses have also shared their readiness for the situation. Mendenhall Contracting, a local business, stated they will be available 24/7 through the coming weekend to assist with heavy logistics, trucking, material hauling, heavy equipment support, debris removal, or related flood response work. In response to the situation, the University of Alaska Southeast has shared resources for the university community, including temporary housing, parking, drying equipment, counseling, and more.
Assembly Member Paul Kelly provided contact information for non-emergency questions and emergency assistance.
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