"Alaska's Glacial Dam Outburst: Unveiling the Perils of Melting Ice Masses"
Glacial dam outbursts, caused by the melting of glaciers, pose risks such as flooding and diminished water supplies. The recent flooding in Juneau, Alaska, resulted from the bursting of a snow-and-ice dam known as Suicide Basin. While climate change is melting glaciers, the relationship between climate change and glacial outburst floods is complex. These events, known as jökuhlaups, threaten millions of people globally. Glacial loss can also impact agriculture, tourism, and ecosystems, including salmon habitat.