Skip to main content

Emergency News

EmergencyNews Item
August 13, 2024

Alaska DHS&EM: Disaster Assistance Center to open for 2024 August Juneau basin flood survivors

The following press release is from the Alaska Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management: Disaster Assistance Center To Open for 2024 August Juneau Basin Flood Survivors On August 6, 2024, the Mendenhall Valley experienced major flooding after a glacial outburst flood occurred in Suicide Basin. Disaster Assistance Centers will be available August 14-16, 2024, for Juneau residents to apply…
Read Story
Aerial view of streets flooded by Mendenhall River, including several cars
EmergencyNews Item
August 13, 2024

Flood-damaged vehicle disposal begins soon

Many residents have cars or trucks that have been damaged or totaled by the flood and are now wondering what steps to take. There are a few options, depending on if you plan on filing an insurance claim for your vehicle or not. If filing an insurance claim: For those who have comprehensive coverage, reach out to your insurer as…
Read Story
Aerial view of neighborhood streets flooded by Mendenhall River
EmergencyNews Item
August 12, 2024

Mendenhall River flooding update: approximately 290 homes damaged

As of this weekend, CBJ and the American Red Cross of Alaska have completed preliminary damage assessments of neighborhoods impacted by the August 6 Mendenhall River flooding. At the latest estimate, approximately 290 residences (including apartments and condos) were damaged by floodwaters. Some residents are now turning to long-term planning and recovery, while others continue cleaning and mucking out. For…
Read Story
National Guard members in uniform haul bags of debris from the right of way.
EmergencyNews Item
August 11, 2024

Mendenhall River flooding update: hazardous waste pick-up starts August 11

Throughout the week, CBJ, Alaska DOT&PF and the Alaska National Guard have been picking up household garbage, furniture, and debris from neighborhoods impacted by flooding. Starting tomorrow, Sunday, August 11, crews will begin collection runs for hazardous waste. Here’s the latest information about flood debris collection: Construction & demolition waste: Crews are now picking up construction and demolition debris, including…
Read Story
EmergencyNews Item
August 10, 2024

Mendenhall River flooding update: tips and next steps as clean-up continues

Clean-up and repair continues into the weekend as many residents move into the long-term recovery phase. Now may be the time to start thinking about next steps that were too overwhelming to consider in the immediate aftermath, or to begin your application for state disaster assistance. Juneau continues to be grateful for the outpouring of support throughout the community and…
Read Story
A clean-up crew approaches a driveway filled with piles of flood debris for removal
EmergencyNews Item
August 9, 2024

Mendenhall River flooding update: volunteers needed as clean-up continues

As Juneau wraps up the third day of clean-up following the August 6 Mendenhall River flooding, resources continue to pour in. Many throughout the community and the state have stepped up to help those in need. We are intensely grateful for the support from state agencies, the Coast Guard, the National Guard, nonprofits, local and regional businesses, and individual Juneauites…
Read Story
Label

Headline

Form Example