The Twelvemile Lake Fire (#220) is located outside of Delta Junction northeast of Twelvemile Lake. An increase of fire activity resulted in extensive growth around the fire perimeter. The fire is estimated to be approximately 13,907 acres at last report. Point protection is ongoing in the area, DOF resources are actively engaged on three wildfires in this area, the Twelvemile Lake Fire, Lake George Fire (#224), currently estimated at 200 acres, and Sand Lake Fire (#292), estimated at 2,856 acres. Multiple cabins are threatened and firefighters continue to deploy pumps and sprinkler systems on structures around the lakes.
Ground and aerial resources are being supported by boating operations to deliver protection kits for structures. Please be aware of this increase in traffic on waterways and roadways in the area. Please use extreme caution as you travel around Twelvemile Lake, Healy Lake, Sand Lake and Lake George travel. Remain alert and be prepared for rapidly changing conditions
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