Update 9:00pm
The estimated acreage has increased to 10 acres on the Gilmore Trail Fire (#233). City resources, a helicopter, retardant plane, and smokejumpers have been ordered to the fire. Fairbanks North Star Borough has issued a level 3 ‘GO’ for Monzulla Lane, Hopper Creek Drive, and north of these roads on Gilmore Trail. A level 2 ‘‘SET’ notices for Gilmore Trail, Esro Road, Amanita Road, and Smallwood Trail. A level 1 ‘READY’ for Goldmine Trail, Winch Road, and Steele Creek Road.
For the Fairbanks North Star Borough Emergency evacuation guide:
https://www.fnsb.gov/180/Emergency-Operations
7:32pm
The Fairbanks North Star Borough has placed a level 1 ‘READY’ and level 2 ‘SET’ status for areas along Gilmore Trail. Check the Borough evacuation map at https://experience.arcgis.com/experience/51c4d29619364d629c914a7a92c55b78 for detailed information.
The Gilmore Trail Fire (#233) is estimated at 5 acres and exhibiting active fire behavior with 100% active perimeter. Fuels include mixed hardwoods and Spruce.
Structures along Gilmore Trail, within 1–2 miles of the fire, could be threatened if conditions change. This incident is being treated as a high priority.
A helicopter with attached bucket is on scene working to suppress the perimeter. Additional aerial suppression resources, heavy equipment and ground crews have been ordered.
Fire updates will be shared as more information becomes available.
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