A detection flight yesterday flew several fires in the Alaska Fire Service (AFS) Upper Yukon Zone, which covers northeastern Alaska, to monitor fire behavior and activity. Daily helicopter reconnaissance flights on the Ptarmigan Complex fires are also helping firefighters determine future work and resource needs based on fire behavior.
Size: 3,969 acres Location: 7 miles southwest of Tok, AK Start Date: June 19, 2025 Cause: Lightning Containment: 55% Total Personnel: 115 Evacuation levels for neighborhoods near the 7 Mile Lookout Fire (#222):• READY (Level 1): Residents north of Butch… Read More ›
Fire personnel posing with the Nodwell Crew machinery with the burn scar for Aggie Creek in the distance. July 26, 2025. Area Map for Himalaya Road, Aggie Creek, and Obrien Fires for July 27, 2025. View printable PDF An Ad… Read More ›
Bonanza Creek Fire (#238): 12,586 acres, 19% containment Goldstream Creek Fire (#270): 20,483 acres, 41% containment Personnel: 304 Evacuation Information: Evacuation levels were downgraded Monday, July 21st by the Fairbanks North Star Borough and the Alaska Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management along… Read More ›
A slight uptick in containment on the Ptarmigan Complex and two additionally fires declared out in the Upper Yukon Zone reflect the dedicated work of firefighters to actively monitor area fires and strategically respond.
Size: 3,969 acres Location: 7 miles southwest of Tok, AK Start Date: June 19, 2025 Cause: Lightning Containment: 55% Total Personnel: 113 Evacuation levels for neighborhoods near the 7 Mile Lookout Fire (#222): Activities: On Friday, firefighters reinforced control lines… Read More ›
Saturday, July 26 will be the Rocky Mountain CIMT2’s final workday. At that time, command will transition to a Type 3 Incident Management Team tomorrow, Sunday, July 27 at 8:00 a.m. Please note, a new information phone line is listed at the bottom of this page.Fire activity remained minimal yesterday within the Himalaya Road Fire (#223), Aggie Creek Fire (#268), and Obrien Fire (#172) areas, primarily due to the prevailing cloudy and wet conditions. The evacuation status is Level 1 “READY”.
Bonanza Creek Fire (#238): 12,566 acres, 19% containment Goldstream Creek Fire (#270): 20,483 acres, 41% containment Personnel: 319 Evacuation Information: Evacuation levels were downgraded Monday, July 21st by the Fairbanks North Star Borough and the Alaska Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management along… Read More ›
In BLM AFS’s protection area, 166 active fires remain amidst warmer, drier weather conditions, prompting increased vigilance from fire managers. So far, 404 fires have burned nearly 1 million acres. Crews are completing suppression tasks on major fires like Ptarmigan and Lush, while remaining prepared for potential new fire activity.
As you enjoy the warmer weather, please remember to practice fire safety. Ensure any outdoor fires are completely extinguished, and never leave them unattended. Start the weekend off right by being mindful of area closures, fire restrictions and keeping a safe distance from dry vegetation. Together, we can help prevent wildfires and protect our communities.
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