Invasive Elodea has been observed since 2020.

Elodea found on and near Eielson Airforce Base

Invasive elodea decade history in the Chena slough with mitigation and persistent infestation.

Shifting seasons and hotter temperatures could allow Alaska farmers to grow more abundant and diverse produce. But climate change can also bring drought, pests and permafrost thaw.  Human-caused climate change is bringing longer and warmer growing seasons, but also pests and unstable weather.

Autumn colors have been quite delayed this year, maybe ten days to two weeks later than "usual"

An evacuation alert was also issued Friday for residents of the Lower Salcha River, from river mile 3 to 40. The Middle Salcha remains under a SET status, from river

Elodea was first observed in Harding Lake in 2020 growing in isolated patches and has since been assessed and managed by the Fairbanks Soil and Water Conservation District and its partners.