Key Message:
Cooler, wetter weather and high relative humidity is predicted to continue Wednesday. These favorable conditions aid firefighters who are mopping up residual heat and embers near the fires perimeter and around structures.
Firefighters from the Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation head out for spotting and gridding operation on the Bear Creek Fire
Current Status:
Bear Creek Fire: On Tuesday, firefighters made significant progress extinguishing hot embers near the Bear Creek and Washington Creek communities. On the northeast side of the fire, where the fire crossed the Parks Highway crews monitored the burn area for residual heat that could reignite and noticed fewer hot spots to mop up on Tuesday. This trend will continue Wednesday. Firefighters on the south and southeast section of the fire extinguished heat west of the Parks Highway and constructed handline. In the Magpie subdivision, crews improved existing dozer line and developed plans to secure the subdivision’s fiber optic cables.
Saint George Creek Fire: Wednesday, crews plan to fly in and provide structure protection close to the fire’s southeast corner near Dry Creek. On the northeast section of the fire, near Wood River, crews placed hose lays around existing firelines and improved structure protection. On the west side of the fire, firefighters widened and extended existing lines.
Weather and Fire Behavior
Tuesday, milder temperatures and scattered but sometimes intense rains prevailed across the fire. This trend greatly reduced fire behavior and will continue Wednesday. Thursday and throughout the weekend hotter and drier temps and lower relative humidity will return.
Evacuations
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 at: ready.alaska.gov/Recovery/IA or call: 844-445-7131.
For more information, check 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
View printable PDF of the July 9, 2025 Bear Creek Fire map
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