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Temporary barriers spared Alaska's capital from severe flooding. A long-term solution is elusive

The glacial outburst flooding from the Mendenhall is itself a phenomenon caused by climate change, which is thinning glaciers around the world. A glacier nearby retreated, leaving behind a large bowl ...
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Scientists develop critical new tool to help public prepare for extreme weather: 'Protect lives, homes, and essential services'

Glacial outburst flooding from the Mendenhall Glacier in 2024 impacted hundreds of homes in Juneau, prompting the development of the Juneau Glacial Flood Dashboard.