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Moldy Fire surges to 58,102 acres on Roundabout Complex as crews focus on allotment protection and community support

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The Moldy Fire (#279) remains the only active fire within the Roundabout Complex, now totaling 58,102 acres and growing further overnight. Driven by strong northwest winds, the fire pushed southeast throughout the day yesterday, with some additional backing fire to the north.

Image shows a rural dirt-surface airstrip with a landed plane in the foreground and a helicopter flying in the background. The skies are blue, but hazy with clouds and smoke.
A helicopter returns from bucket work on the Roundabout Complex, as the CASA 212 delivers equipment and flies backhaul.

Moldy Fire (#279) – Fire managers expressed appreciation for the Galena Zone’s significant support, which was instrumental in meeting critical suppression objectives. Aircraft were used to defend key infrastructure and protect values at risk, including a communications relay site atop Roundabout Mountain and a communications tower that services the village of Huslia. Mitigation efforts included retardant drops and site preparation. The extended dry spell—now at 17 consecutive days without measurable rain—has created dynamic conditions as crews prioritize protection of allotments at risk. In addition to firefighting operations, fire managers are coordinating with local leadership in Huslia to address a failed main water pump, leaving the community without running water. Incident personnel are working to assist as the village manages this critical situation.

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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Image shows a map of the 58,102-acre Roundabout Complex for July 13, 2025. Map is mostly green with pink areas identifying individual fires. The Caribou Fire is in the northeast. The Moldy and Richards Fires are in the southwest. The Billy Hawk and Billy Hawk 2 Fires are in the northwest. The Moldy Fire is the largest on the map, at 55,450 acres.
Click image for downloadable map of the Roundabout Complex, July 13, 2025.

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