Structure fires spreading into the wildlands are one of the leading “miscellaneous causes” of fast spreading wildfires in Alaska. Between 2015 and 2022, Division of Forestry & Fire Protection suppression resources responded to 144 wildfires that were started by buildings catching… Read More ›
Dry dead grass is extremely flammable. Small scale burn permits do not cover ditch or fuels reduction like burning around tree bases. Brush pile burning is one of the leading sources of human caused wildland fires in Alaska. Exposed, dead… Read More ›
Wildfires at shooting ranges have become a frequent occurrence in recent years, with sometimes devastating consequences. There have been several wildfires in the past few years at shooting ranges in Alaska caused by the use of incendiary rounds and exploding… Read More ›
There were six additional human caused fires in Alaska over the weekend. As the snow continues to melt, the Division of Forestry & Fire Protection (DOF) urges Alaskans to burn responsibly and ensure that you are not leaving campfires unattended… Read More ›
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.
Provincial officials in Alberta declared a state of emergency on Saturday when more than 100 wildfires spread out of control in what Premier Danielle Smith has deemed an “unprecedented crisis”. While thousands of residents remain on evacuation alert, at least… Read More ›
Today, May 6, is National Wildfire Community PreparednessDay and Governor Mike Dunleavy has proclaimed May 7-13 as “Wildland Fire Prevention and Preparedness Week” in Alaska. The Division of Forestry & Fire Protection is highlighting our new logo this week, which… Read More ›
Gov. Mike Dunleavy has declared May 7-13 as “Wildland Fire Prevention and Preparedness Week” in Alaska to help raise awareness for the longer wildfire seasons and increased fire activity of recent years. The governor joins fire managers from the Alaska… Read More ›
Multiple firefighting equipment and personnel will be in place to safely conduct the prescribed burn operations.
Alaska Division of Forestry & Fire Protection has responded to additional fires since last week’s report. All fires so far this year have been human caused. Kenai-Kodiak Area A burn pile escaped, spreading to surrounding grass and continued burning in… Read More ›
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