Glacial flooding damages structures in Alaska's capital

Glacial flooding damages structures in Alaska's capital

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ViewJuneau, Alaska, officials declared an emergency on Sunday as the Mendenhall River reached record levels due to a glacial-dammed lake outburst. 

The river crested at just under 15 feet late Saturday and early Sunday. Before cresting, two buildings were destroyed by the flooding. 

Although the water has receded, some...

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