The National Weather Service has issued a Red Flag Warning for the Lower Matanuska Valley on Monday, June 1, 1:00 PM til 10:00 PM, specifically around Palmer and Butte. Critical fire weather conditions are expected due to hot, dry, and windy conditions. Any new fire starts or existing fires may spread rapidly.
A Red Flag Warning means that critical fire weather conditions are occurring or are about to occur. In Alaska, this means warm temperatures, low humidity, and strong winds are combining with dry fuels (like grass and dead trees) to create a high risk of wildfire.
Fire Prevention is key! Please use extreme caution with anything that could spark a fire.
- Avoid burning. Check for burn restrictions or Burn Permit suspensions in your area.
- Be careful with equipment. Do not use equipment that may emit sparks, such as chainsaws or lawnmowers, especially in dry, grassy areas.
- Properly dispose of cigarettes. Never throw cigarette butts on the ground or out of a vehicle.
- Extinguish campfires completely. Drown them with water, stir the ashes, and feel for any remaining heat. If it’s too hot to touch, it’s too hot to leave.
You can find more information about the Division of Forestry & Fire Protection (DFFP) Burn Permit program and suspensions at https://dnr.alaska.gov/burn
For current information on Burn Permits, call the hotline at the closest DFFP Area Office:
- Tok– (907) 883-1413 ext. 2303
- Delta– (907) 895-5483
- Fairbanks– (907) 451-2631
- Mat-Su Area– (907)761-6312
- Kenai-Kodiak– (907)260-4269
- Southwest– (907)524-3010
- Haines (Northern Southeast Area)– (907)766-2120
- Valez/Copper River– (907)822-8665
Stay informed and stay safe, Alaska!
Categories: Alaska DNR - Division of Forestry & Fire Protection (DFFP), Fire Prevention, Fire Restrictions, Fire Weather, Red Flag Warning
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