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Alaska Division of Forestry & Fire Protection website: http://forestry.alaska.gov/
Mission:
The Alaska Division of Forestry proudly serves Alaskans through forest management and wildland fire protection.
The Wildland Fire and Aviation Program provides safe, cost-effective and efficient fire protection services and related fire and aviation management activities to protect human life and values on State, private and municipal lands. The wildland fire program cooperates with other wildland fire agencies on a statewide, interagency basis.
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Prevent human-caused fires this hunting season and be aware of risks in recently burned areas
With hunting season well underway, the Alaska Division of Forestry & Fire Protection is issuing a critical reminder to all hunters and outdoor enthusiasts: Help prevent human-caused fires this hunting season, and to be aware of risks when recreating near… Read More ›
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Evacuation levels removed for Teklanika River corridor on Anderson Complex
The Teklanika River and all residents along the Teklanika River have been released from evacuation status. Fire activity has diminished and there is no longer an active threat to residents in the area. All other residents, including those in the… Read More ›
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Mop up and backhaul operations continue on staffed fires in the Interior; 12 power line fires were caught and contained over the weekend
There were 12 new power line fires that started between Tok and Delta over the weekend from gusty chinook winds that impacted the eastern Interior. All 12 fires were contained or put out by Division of Forestry & Fire Protection… Read More ›
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Chinook winds cause a dozen power line fires from Delta Junction to Tok – local fire departments and DOF personnel catch them all
Burn Permit Suspension remains in place for the Tok and Delta Fire Prevention Areas areas due to strong winds and very high fire danger conditions. Strong gusty warm chinook winds impacted the eastern Interior yesterday afternoon causing low visibility, knocking… Read More ›
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Final planned update for the Pogo Mine Road & Mount Hayes Fires near Delta Junction
Casey Boesfplug’s Type 3 Incident Management Team.
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Pogo Mine Road & Mount Hayes Fires Type 3 Incident Management Team prepares to return fires to Delta Area Forestry control
Cabin east of the Mount Hayes Fire with structure protection by Sierra Hot Shots.
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Final planned update for McCoy Creek Fire (#201)
Fire activity continues to be minimal on the McCoy Creek fire, aided by recent cooler temperatures and precipitation. Firefighters will demobilize throughout the rest of the week and equipment that is no longer needed will be transported by boat and… Read More ›
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Final community briefing for the Pogo Mine Road & Mount Hayes Fires to be held today
New grass blooms from the top of a burned tussock
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Unmanned Aerial System (UAS) identifying final hot spots on McCoy Creek Fire (#201)
Firefighters continue to finalize operations on the McCoy Creek Fire. Backhauling equipment, ensuring mop-up is completed near structures, and gathering information about heat on the fire’s perimeter are firefighters’ main priorities. An Unmanned Aerial System (UAS) arrived at the McCoy… Read More ›
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Backhaul of equipment continues as firefighter complete more operational objectives on Pogo Mine Road, Mount Hayes fires
Fuel containers used to support chainsaws, pumps and drip torches are backhauled off the line.
Alaska Wildland Fire Information 