Suicide Basin water levels drop, indicating possible ice dam break and moderate flooding.

In Juneau, Alaska, water levels in Suicide Basin have dropped, indicating a potential ice dam break and subsequent flooding. A full release could raise the Mendenhall River to a moderate flood stage of 11 feet, affecting low-lying areas and causing bank erosion. The National Weather Service notes the expected flooding will be less severe than the August flood, but residents should remain vigilant as heavy rain is forecasted.

October 10, 2024
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