NCLH donates to Juneau flood relief

The money, going to the Juneau Community Foundation, will provide financial aid to more than 100 iimpacted families.

This week's glacial outburst flood, triggered by the sudden release of water from the Mendenhall Glacier, has been described as the worst in Juneau's history. It caused widespread destruction, inundating homes and displacing numerous residents.

NCLH's donation will support a fund to provide assistance for needs that may not be fully covered by the Federal Emergency Management Agency.

'Deeply connected to Juneau'

'We are deeply connected to the Juneau community, and witnessing the devastation from the recent flood has been heart-wrenching,' said Dan Farkas, EVP, general counsel, and chief development officer at NCLH. 'Juneau is not just a destination for us, it’s a community we truly care about ... and we feel a profound responsibility to stand by the residents of Juneau in their time of need.'

The Juneau Community Foundation will gather applications from affected residents, who will be asked to complete a simple, one-page form. By the end of September, the foundation will review the applications and begin disbursing funds to those in need.