The outburst of the Mendenhall Glacier's dam resulted in over 300 homes and businesses affected, with flooding height rising to nearly 16 feet, shattering previous records.
Alaska's Governor declared a disaster emergency as flooding from Mendenhall's ice dam burst released 16 billion gallons of water, devastating the local community and infrastructure.
Climate change is exacerbating glacier lake outburst floods; as glaciers melt, the frequency of such catastrophic events increases, directly impacting communities like Juneau.
Mendenhall Glacier's retreat reveals how climate change leads to increased flooding risks, as rainwater collects behind ice dams, ultimately resulting in rapid, destructive outbursts.
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