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Final planned update for 9,317 acre Lost Horse Creek fire
This will be the FINAL written update from the Alaska Incident Management Team (IMT) concerning the Lost Horse Creek Fire (#296). If notable activity occurs, updates will be provided on AK Fire Info, Alaska DNR-DOF Facebook Page, and InciWeb. Starting… Read More ›
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Monday evening update for Pogo Mine Road (#191) & Delta Junction area fires
Fire Management Officer Michael Goyette gives an evening update on the Pogo Mine Road (#191) and Mount Hayes (#299) fires. With smokey conditions in the Delta Junction area, Goyette cautions residents and visitors to take precautions regarding health, visibility and… Read More ›
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Weekend of increased fire activity for McCoy Creek Fire
The McCoy Creek Fire saw increased activity on the north side of the fire on Sunday, and firefighters were engaged throughout the day establishing structure protection measures for cabins near the Salcha River. The main fire produced two small spot… Read More ›
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McCoy Creek Fire prepares for Red Flag conditions
The McCoy Creek Fire saw moderate fire activity Friday. Crews continue to secure existing fire lines and work to keep the fire away from the structures in the Salcha River corridor. Saturday, high temperatures and low humidity, along with forecast… Read More ›
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Successful firing operation completed North of McCoy Creek Fire
The McCoy Creek Fire continues to spread away from the Salcha River up the McCoy Creek and Lenant Creek drainages to the southeast. The fire size is estimated to be at 5,000 acres. With warm, dry weather expected through the… Read More ›
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Cooler temperatures Sunday helps firefighters on the McCoy Creek Fire
Cooler and overcast weather on Sunday helped moderate conditions on the McCoy Creek Fire. With the assistance of fixed-wing and rotor-wing aircraft dropping water on the fire edge, seven firefighters from the Fairbanks #1 Initial Attack Crew went direct on… Read More ›
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Evacuation order issued due to Anderson Complex; crews work to protect structures, allotments
The Teklanika River and all residents within 2.5 miles of the Teklanika River, and all residents adjacent to Rose Hip Creek are in Evacuation Status GO. Individuals in this area should evacuate now. Do not delay. The Tri-Valley School is… Read More ›
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Lake George Fire (#161) showing moderated fire behavior despite Red Flag Conditions in Delta area
1:30 PM UPDATE: The Lake George Fire (#161) is currently estimated at 38 acres. The perimeter has been mapped overnight from satellite imagery that was able to give a more accurate measurement. Fire activity has remained moderate and the fire… Read More ›
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Have a safe, fun Memorial Day Weekend without sparking a wildfire
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Don’t let the abundance of winter snow fool you; Alaskans should prepare for wildfire season
Alaskans know we need to prevent and prepare for wildfires across the state and throughout the season – from the time the snow melts until it falls again. During Wildland Fire Prevention and Preparedness Week (May 7-13), it’s time to remind people of key ways to protect each other and our communities from wildfire dangers.