The Rapeseed Fire (#275) was reported on Monday evening around 530pm. It is burning in black spruce between Clearwater and Sawmill creeks, approximately 3 miles due east of the end of Hanson Road. It is estimated at 5-10 acres. Aerial resources including water scoopers, a helicopter with bucket and a tanker carrying water are engaging the incident.
This will be updated as additional information becomes available.
Categories: Active Wildland Fire, Alaska DNR - Division of Forestry & Fire Protection (DFFP)
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