No significant growth was observed yesterday on fires within the Dalton Highway Complex. With today’s weather forecast to be warmer and drier, additional growth on the fires is anticipated. On the north end of the complex, personnel are working to… Read More ›
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Middle Tanana Complex acreage grows to 50,276; firefighters working on structure protection
The residents off the road system and recreational cabins in the Middle Salcha River and Upper Salcha River Zones are in SET status. The Lower Salcha River remains in READY. When evacuation status changes, we will work with emergency management… Read More ›
Red flag warning issued for Clear Fire Area; conditions prime for extreme fire activity
(Clear, Alaska) – A RED FLAG WARNING has been issued for the fire area today. Conditions have set the stage for a critical fire weather environment, and residents who have chosen to stay in areas defined as “Go” are again… Read More ›
Southern Area Gray Team conducts engine training with local Tribe and village of Ruby
The Southern Area Gray Team conducted a training with the local Tribe and village volunteer fire department of Ruby on fire engine operations yesterday. Upon arriving to the incident and meeting with the local community, the Gray Team found the… Read More ›
Despite beneficial weather patterns, crews in southwest AK alert for increased fire activity
July 09, 2022, 9:30 am The Lime Complex consists of two staffed fires and sixteen unstaffed fires. The total size of the combined fires is 785,539 acres, and there are 158 resources assigned to the complex, an area covering 21… Read More ›
Retardant for Alaska wildland fires more beneficial than harmful
The retardant used in Alaska is 88% water with ammonium phosphate, a common fertilizer, as the fire-retardant component. The other ingredients include gum thickeners to help it cling to vegetation; conditioners to aid in mixing and flow through delivery systems;… Read More ›
Hotshot crews working to protect structures and allotments along Lake Minchumina
Multiple hotshot crews are working to cut fire breaks around residences and allotments along the eastern shores of Lake Minchumina. The Snohomish Fire (#225) is burning about 15 air miles southwest of the lake. The lightning-caused fire has burned an… Read More ›
Dalton Highway Complex mobilizes crew into Rampart
Fires on the Dalton Highway Complex saw minimal growth, but continue to burn even in upper elevations with patchy vegetation. The Troublesome Fire (#359) progressed further south and some hot spots were observed on the Huron Fire (#372). Today, crews… Read More ›
Crane Valley Hotshot crew inserted yesterday along Goodpaster River for structure protection on the Middle Tanana Complex
The residents off the road system and recreational cabins in the Middle Salcha River and Upper Salcha River Zones are in SET status. The lower Salcha River remains in READY status. When evacuation status changes, we will work with emergency… Read More ›
Clear Fire Evacuations Expanded; Firefighters, Dozers, and Air Resources Continue Fight to Protect Kobe Ag, Anderson, and Clear Communities
(Clear, Alaska) – “Go” evacuations were expanded on 7/7/22 for all properties accessed by roads, trails, and driveways off either side of the Parks Hwy between MP 273 and 280. “Go” notices remain in effect for all areas accessed by… Read More ›
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