The National Weather Service has issued a Red Flag Warning for strong wind for the Matanuska Valley effective from noon to 8 p.m. on Wednesday, March 25. Winds are expected to be 15 to 25 mph with gusts to 35… Read More ›
Fire Weather
High winds, low snow mean high fire danger for Mat-Su Valley
The Alaska Division of Forestry is advising residents in the Mat-Su Valley to use caution when burning this weekend due to lack of snow and high winds in the Palmer and Wasilla areas. High winds have blown away what little… Read More ›
Strong winds keep Alaska fire crews busy
June 1, 2014 2 p.m. (Fairbanks, AK) – Alaska experienced a rare weather phenomenon on Saturday, as the passage of a violent cold front brought prolonged southerly winds nearly statewide. Along with the passing of the front came a significant… Read More ›
Tanana Valley smoke advisory
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 27, 2014 9:15 a.m. (Fairbanks, AK) – Residents of Tanana Valley woke up to smoky skies Tuesday morning, May 27, 2014. According to the National Weather Service Fairbanks Forecast Office, smoke from the Funny River Fire… Read More ›
Prevent fires this weekend
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 ›
What’s With That Dirty Air?
Alaska Fire Service and the Division of Forestry have fielded a handful of calls regarding the hazy look to Interior air in the last couple of days. Callers have asked about air quality from Copper River, Tok, Delta and Fairbanks. Currently,… Read More ›
Fire season heating up
Last year at this time, most of the state was still under snowcover, but 2014’s Fire Season is getting off to a much faster start! A strong high pressure system is expected to build in over Alaska by the end… Read More ›
Red Flag Warnings issued
Fire Weather Watches and Warnings: Red Flag Warnings were issued for the Middle Tanana Valley, Matanuska Valley and Upper Kuskokwin Valley A Red Flag Warning means that conditions are occurring or will occur which could lead to the development of… Read More ›
Alaska monthly fire potential outlook
Expect a busy start to the Alaska fire season in parts of South Central, Southwest Alaska, and the Tanana Valley due to below normal snowpack and a warmer than normal spring in the forecast. Increased fire activity is anticipated due… Read More ›
Alaska Wildland Fire Information 