Persistent dry conditions and active fire behavior in western Alaska continue to shape operations on the Roundabout Complex, now mapped at 39,382 acres. All recent growth—approximately 4,000 acres since yesterday—occurred on the Moldy Fire (#279), with no changes on the other fires in the complex.
Moldy Fire (#279) – Yesterday, crews observed fire actively moving though a 15-year-old burn scar and carrying atypical fuels such as silty bank willow—an indicator of extremely dry conditions. No rainfall was received, and none is currently forecasted in the area. The Zigzag Hotshots continued their work protecting allotments west of the fire. Fire threatened an allotment along the Dagitli River yesterday, but air support was successfully deployed with two water drop cycles from single engine scoopers, helping to keep the fire south of the river. Late last night, a module of overhead and helitak responded to fire backing toward Butch’s Cabin, securing the edge and halting fire progression toward the structure. Today, a module of Plumas Hotshots will continue work in that area to secure the perimeter and will also assess additional allotments closer to Huslia.
Caribou Fire (#128), Richards Fire (#251), Billy Hawk Fire (#182), and Billy Hawk 2 Fire (#191) – No changes reported. All four fires remain in monitor status with no new activity.
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