Firefighters continue to make progress securing perimeter of 7 Mile Lookout Fire despite slight uptick in fire activity

Area map of the of the 7 Mile Lookout Fire and the Tok River Fire
Area map of the of the 7 Mile Lookout Fire and the Tok River Fire for July 18, 2025. Click map to download PDF

Size: 3,946 acres Location: 7 miles southwest of Tok, AK

Start Date: June 19, 2025 Cause: Lightning Containment: 55% Total Personnel: 131

Evacuation levels for neighborhoods near the 7 Mile Lookout Fire (#222): Residents north of Butch Kuth Ave and on Jack Wade Road are at READY (Level 1). Residents on Osprey, Moose Nugget, and Goshawk Roads are at SET (Level 2).

Increased fire activity interior of the 7 Mile Lookout Fire
Increased fire activity interior of the 7 Mile Lookout Fire may be visible from Tok. Control lines are not threatened.

Activities: Yesterday there was some fire activity in the interior portions of the fire boundary. Smoke may be visible from town today. Firefighters will continue to dig line and secure the perimeter. Aviation resources are available and will assist as needed throughout the day.

There was minimal fire activity on the Tok River Fire yesterday with visible smoke in the interior. It continues to be monitored by helitack. Resources are nearby if needed.   

Weather: Scattered rain showers are expected this afternoon with a possibility of isolated thunderstorms north of the fire.

Aircraft and Drone Restrictions: A temporary flight restriction (TFR) remains in place over the fire and will continue to be until further notice. The public is asked not to fly any type of aircraft, including drones, near the fire area. Unauthorized drone (UAS) flights pose serious risks to the effectiveness of wildfire suppression operations. Aerial firefighting is suspended when unauthorized UAS are in the area, allowing wildfires to grow larger.

Remember: If you fly, we can’t.



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