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Crews make steady progress as mop-up and patrol continue on Bear Creek and Saint George Fires
Crews continue to make steady progress on both fires. Mop-up and patrol operations are ongoing, supported by infrared flights to detect the remaining heat. Hot, dry weather persists, and fire personnel remain focused on securing the perimeter and preventing flare-ups. … Read More ›
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Bear Creek Fire Increases Containment
KEY MESSAGE: Additional containment was added on the northeast side of the Bear Creek Fire (#237). Fire behavior was minimal on both fires with areas of heat holding in scattered pockets along the fires edge as well as interior unburned… Read More ›
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Denali Borough Reminds Residents That State Assistance Is Available
KEY MESSAGE: The State of Alaska is offering support through the Alaska Individual Assistance Program which helps people whose homes or essential property have been impacted by the fires. This includes: Individual and Family Grants (IFG) and Temporary Housing Grants… Read More ›
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Rain lends a hand to firefighters on Bear Creek Fire
On both fires, rain fell steadily throughout the day and humidity was high. These weather conditions significantly diminished fire behavior and wetted fuels. The section of the Parks Highway near the Bear Creek Fire with a 45 mile per hour… Read More ›
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Positive weather trends reduce fire behavior on Bear Creek Fire
Key Message: Cooler, wetter weather and high relative humidity is predicted to continue Wednesday. These favorable conditions aid firefighters who are mopping up residual heat and embers near the fires perimeter and around structures. Firefighters from the Massachusetts Department of… Read More ›
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Parks Highway pilot cars discontinued near Healy; Reduced speed limit in effect
Key Message: Starting Tuesday, July 8th at 9AM, in coordination with the Alaska Department of Transportation & Public Facilities, the pilot car operation between MP 264 and 273 on the Parks Highway will be discontinued. A reduced speed limit… Read More ›
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Weather shift aids firefighters on Bear Creek Fire
Key Message: Though fire behavior moderated today and is expected to decrease this week, the Bear Creek Fire (#237) and Saint George Creek Fire (#246) remain active and pose risks to public health and safety. Public caution and patience… Read More ›
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The Bear Creek Fire and the Saint George Creek Fire wake up during Red Flag Conditions
Bear Creek Fire (#237): 30,069 acresSaint George Creek Fire (#246): 38,946 acres326 personnel The Bear Creek Fire and the Saint George Creek Fire experienced significant fire activity yesterday during Red Flag Warning conditions. Today, persistent winds from the south are… Read More ›
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A Red Flag Warning is in Effect for the Bear Creek Fire and the Saint George Creek Fire as Alaska Moves to Preparedness Level 5 (PL5)
Bear Creek Fire (#237): 28,652 acresSaint George Creek Fire (#246): 34,296 acres334 personnel A Red Flag Warning is in effect again today for the Bear Creek Fire and the Saint George Creek Fire, with high winds, dry fuels, and south… Read More ›
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Saint George Creek Fire Evacuation Level Expanded as Red Flag Warnings Persist
Bear Creek Fire (#237): 28,518 acresSaint George Creek Fire (#246): 32,465 acres298 personnel Due to high temperatures, dry fuels, and wind, a Red Flag Warning is in effect again today for the Bear Creek Fire and the Saint George Creek… Read More ›
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