Rain is expected to spread across the Kobuk Valley where the nine fires of the Goldrun Complex continue to smolder and show little fire activity. An inch of rain is predicted to fall by next Thursday and will likely end monitoring concerns for the fires. While rain is anticipated, crews continue to provide protection for Alaska Native allotments, structures and values at risk.
On the Onion Fire (#433),12 smokejumpers continue to engage in direct fire management measures, working close to the fire’s edge. The BLM Type 2 contract K-River 1 Crew is continuing to work on protecting allotments.
The Tutuksuk Fire (#424) has shown minimal fire behavior. Protection will continue for values at risk along the Kobuk River. The Rocky Mountain Regional Unmanned Aerial System Module flew their drone over the fire Friday to document the work being done to protect structures and allotments.
The Kaliguricheark Fire (#410), which burned through the Kobuk Fire (#411), is exhibiting moderate fire behavior. Continued growth is expected. The Silver City Hotshots from New Mexico continue to protect sites along the Kobuk River, setting up hose, water pumps, and sprinklers. They are continuing the removal of brush near structures or around allotments, as needed.
The Nuna Fire (#420) continues to burn on its northern perimeter. Seven smokejumpers have completed protection measures around structures at risk and are now working to protect allotments and other values along the river. The Hunt Fire (#409) is in monitor status. The Jade (#407), Karet (#408), and Salmon (#423) fires are contained and controlled. They are being monitored.
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