Size: 3,969 acres Location: 7 miles southwest of Tok, AK Start Date: June 19, 2025 Cause: Lightning Containment: 55% Total Personnel: 121
Monday, fire crews completed a burnout operation, in a pocket of unburned vegetation, along the 7 Mile Lookout Road on the southwest side of the fire. This was accomplished thanks to the hard work of ground crews who have been clearing vegetation along the road for several days. By burning in preferred conditions, fire personnel can control the fires intensity close to control lines, as well as reduce the fires impacts to the landscape.
Today, fire crews will work to extinguish hot spots throughout the area, and continue removing vegetation adjacent to the remaining control lines around the fire perimeter. If fuels continue to dry, fire managers plan to ignite the remaining unburned vegetation along the 7 Mile Lookout Access Road, and continue burning around the southern and eastern side of the fire. Once the burnis complete, firefighters will continue mop up operations.
If the burnout goes forward, smoke will likely be visible from Tok and along the Tok Cutoff of the Glenn Highway. Drivers should monitor current road conditions and possible travel delays at 511.alaska.gov. Use caution when traveling in areas with reduced visibility and expect smoke.
Weather: Mostly sunny with scattered showers throughout the day with temperatures in the mid-70’s. Winds will be light in the morning, shifting to southwest at 5 mph in the afternoon.
Aircraft and Drone Restrictions: Temporary Flight Restriction (TFR) FDC 5/4836 remains in effect over the fire area until further notice. The public is reminded not to fly any aircraft, including drones, near the fire. View the TFR details here: https://tfr.faa.gov/tfr3/?page=detail_5_1075
Remember: If you fly, we can’t.
Categories: Active Wildland Fire, AK Fire Info, Alaska DNR - Division of Forestry (DOF)
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