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A cool, wet weather system parks over the Montana Creek Fire.

By 2024montanacreek on July 6, 2024

The fire remains at 67% containment

TALKEETNA, Alaska- The Montana Creek Fire is located 16 miles south of Talkeetna and remains 67% contained. Wetting rains are expected to continue throughout the day today with the heaviest rainfall in the morning. Crews will continue to patrol, looking to mitigate hazards while being ever mindful that the precipitation can cause slippery, unstable conditions. The objective is 100% mop up. Remaining crews will maintain operational readiness to provide Initial Attack and support for new incidents.

Crews begin to backhaul equipment including nearly 4 miles of hose.

Thanks to the staff at #SheepCreekLodge for providing breakfast for the crews.

The fire is located in a critical Protection Area in the wildland urban interface, prompting multi-agency resource response. One hundred six personnel are assigned to the incident including resources from BIA, BLM, State and USFS along with the Matanuska-Susitna Borough crew providing engine support.

As of 8:00 AM on Friday July 05, the Mat-Su Valley joined the rest of Alaska by lifting its burn suspension. This decision came as a result of cooler and wetter weather.

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.