Today is the last day of Wildland Fire Prevention and Preparedness Week, but it is important that we prevent fires and prepare for fires at all times. As we come into the weekend, we are expecting to increase in fire… Read More ›
Fire Prevention
Wildland Fire Prevention and Preparedness Week starts tomorrow and goes through May 9
Wildland fire in Alaska is inevitable; are you ready? Governor Sean Parnell has issued a proclamation designating May 3-9 as Alaska Wildland Fire Prevention and Preparedness Week. The proclamation states that public awareness of wildland fire prevention practices and preparedness… Read More ›
Forestry burn permits required starting April 1
(Fairbanks, AK) – Alaska Division of Forestry permits for open burning are required each year from April 1 to August 31, per Alaska statute, and are subject to suspensions and closures. Permits are necessary for the burning of woody debris,… Read More ›
Alaska Wildland Fire Information 