The WY Type 3 team and fire crews continue to work towards 100% suppression of the fire.

TALKEETNA, Alaska – Containment increased to 48% for the Montana Creek Fire (#312) which is located 16 miles south of Talkeetna. Crews today will remain vigilant in their mop up work as there is the possibility that winds can lead to an increase in fire activity. The 172 acre fire is located in a critical Protection Area prompting multi-agency resource response. Currently 101 personnel are assigned to the incident including resources from BIA, BLM, State and USFS. Three crews, one fire use module, 1 engine, 2 water tenders, 3 Division Supervisors and four medical personnel are on site. Crews assigned include Gannett Glacier Fire Crew, Payson Hot Shots, Teakean Type 2 Initial Attack Fire Crew and the Kenai based Denali Fire Module.

Fire crews continue to secure the line, working deeper and further into the black, with the primary fuel source being black spruce (litter and understory). Crews continue with mop up efforts where fuel conditions allow and increase containment depth. With the upcoming 4th of July holiday, the public is reminded that discharging fireworks in forested lands is illegal.

Due to the fire activity seen within the fire area residents along the Leroy Davie Road and Montana Creek Road corridors were moved to a SET (Alert Status). However, an evacuation order has not been issued at this time. There has been confirmation that one outbuilding has been lost to the fire.

The Parks Highway remains open. The public traveling on the Parks Highway will continue to be impacted by a contingency of ground resources assisting in fire suppression efforts between mile markers 94-100. The public is encouraged to stay attentive and slow down near the fire area as crews continue suppression efforts throughout the day. The temporary flight restriction has been lifted.

Categories: AK Fire Info, Alaska DNR - Division of Forestry (DOF), BLM Alaska Fire Service