Many Alaska families enjoy heading into the woods each winter to harvest a Christmas tree. The Division of Forestry & Fire Protection helps to support this tradition by allowing residents to cut their own Christmas tree on unrestricted State of… Read More ›
Alaska DNR – Division of Forestry (DOF)
Napaskiak Community Gathers to Discuss Recovery Efforts After Typhoon Halong Damage
Napaskiak, Alaska — More than 20 residents gathered on Monday, October 27th, for a public meeting in Napaskiak to discuss ongoing recovery efforts following severe damage from recent storms. Representatives from the City of Napaskiak, the Village Council, the Association… Read More ›
Woodcutting on state land: What you need to know this winter
October is National Firewood Month, and a good time to make sure you’re harvesting safely, legally, and responsibly. As the weather cools, many Alaskans turn to wood heat for warmth. The Alaska Division of Forestry & Fire Protection (DOF) manages… Read More ›
Controlled Burn Scheduled at Tok Woody Debris Disposal Site
Tok, Alaska Brush piles at the Tok Woody Debris Disposal Site will be burned on Thursday, Sept. 11, and Friday, Sept. 12. Smoke will be visible in the area. Disposal sites provide residents with a safe place to dispose of… Read More ›
What triggered the wildfire surge across Interior Alaska around solstice?
More than 170 wildfires ignited across Interior Alaska between June 15 and 29 during the 2025 Alaska fire season, most sparked by lightning. Fueled by hot, dry weather and almost 83,000 lightning strikes near the summer solstice, several fires quickly threatened homes, disrupted highways, and triggered evacuations across vast distances.
Burn Permits suspended in Delta Prevention Area
Burn permits are suspended Thursday August 28th, in the Delta Fire Prevention Area because of high fire danger due to high winds. This suspension will remain in place until conditions change. Burning of debris piles, lawns, or utilizing a burn… Read More ›
Burn Permits suspended in Tok Prevention Area
Burn permits are suspended Tuesday morning, August 26th, in the Tok Fire Prevention Area because of high fire danger resulting from rising temperatures and dry, windy conditions. This suspension will remain in place until conditions change. The National Weather Service… Read More ›
Burn Permits suspended in Tok Prevention Area
Burn permits are suspended Sunday morning, August 10th, in the Tok Fire Prevention Area because of very high fire danger resulting from rising temperatures and dry, windy conditions. This suspension will remain in place until conditions change. The National Weather… Read More ›
TFR, evacuations rescinded for Nenana Ridge Complex
Nenana Ridge Complex Update Aug. 8, 2025 Bonanza Creek Fire (#238): 12,576- acres, 22% containment Goldstream Creek Fire (#270): 20,471 acres, 47% containment Personnel: 48 This will be the last daily update for the Nenana Ridge Complex. Future updates will be a part of… Read More ›
Nenana Ridge Complex forest roads restricted to firefighter traffic only
Nenana Ridge Complex Update Aug. 7, 2025 Bonanza Creek Fire (#238): 12,576- acres, 22% containment Goldstream Creek Fire (#270): 20,471 acres, 47% containment Personnel: 58 It is important that the public knows that the forest roads in the Nenana Ridge Complex have restricted access…. Read More ›