Bear Creek Fire (#237): 28,518 acres
Saint George Creek Fire (#246): 32,465 acres
298 personnel
Due to high temperatures, dry fuels, and wind, a Red Flag Warning is in effect again today for the Bear Creek Fire and the Saint George Creek Fire. The next couple days will be hot, windy, and could see scattered thunderstorms.
Saint George Creek Fire. The Saint George Creek Fire has continued to grow. Fire growth to the west prompted an expansion of the Level 3 GO evacuation status into the area that had previously been Level 2 SET. Crews are prioritizing structure protection in the Gold King Creek area and other remote cabins that might be threatened.
Bear Creek Fire. The perimeter around the Bear Creek Fire held during the elevated fire weather yesterday. Variable wind direction helped burn interior pockets of vegetation and clean up the ragged fire edge on the southeast side. Initial attack crews are assisting in mop up and patrol along the west side of the Parks Highway corridor. They will be available to respond to any new starts that arise. Crews are gridding the slop on the east side of the highway—feeling for and extinguishing any remaining heat. The Golden Valley Electric Association completed their work in the utility corridor yesterday. GCI has begun work jigging out new fiber optic cable; restoring the line is expected to take a couple weeks.
Evacuation status changes. The Level 3 GO evacuation area for the Saint George Creek Fire was expanded on July 3. In coordination with fire managers, the Denali Borough downgraded evacuation status for the Bear Creek Fire area. For the most accurate information and evacuation status maps visit the Denali Borough website or Facebook page. You may also call or text the Denali Borough Fire Info line between 7 a.m. and 9 p.m. at 907-378-7985.
State of Alaska Individual Assistance Program. Designed to help individuals and families recover from damage to their primary residence and other essential property including Individual and Family Grants (IFG) and Temporary Housing Grants (THG). The registration period is from June 27 – August 27, 2025. Register here or call: 844-445-7131.
Traffic safety on the Parks Highway is requested for firefighter and public safety. Be aware of heavy equipment working along the highway. Please drive slowly for firefighter and public safety. Expect delays approximately 30 minutes with pilot car escorts. Check road conditions on the Alaska Department of Transportation website.
If you fly, we can’t! A temporary flight restriction (TFR; FDC 5/8646) is in place for the fire area to protect firefighter safety. Drones are prohibited in this area; any use of drones will ground aircraft and may endanger firefighters.
More information. Follow Alaska Wildland Fire Information, Inciweb, and updates on social media. For information about the Bear Creek Fire and Saint George Creek Fire, call 907-318-2018 or email 2025.bearcreek@firenet.gov.
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