11:30 a.m. – Six new fires were reported Saturday, with the largest being a 30-acre human-caused fire burning southeast of Delta Junction. Helitack, engines, air attack, retardant tankers, and the White Mountain Fire Crew responded to the Cummings Road Fire…. Read More ›
FAIRBANKS, Alaska – Effective immediately, due to expected moisture and cold temperatures that has significantly moderated fire danger, Yukon-Charley Rivers National Preserve is lifting the fire restriction. While campfires are now allowed in the preserve, wind and dry weather can… Read More ›
12:00 p.m. — A change in the weather will help moderate fire danger in the Interior over the next few days, while southern areas of the state will see warmer temperatures, lower humidity, and an increase in fire potential Several… Read More ›
May 22, 2015 – A fuels and fire behavior advisory has been issued for the Tanana Valley, Upper Yukon Valley and Copper River Basin. Early unseasonably warm and very dry weather have combined with dry pre-green fuels across a portion… Read More ›
The snow pack around the Interior is quickly melting away, leaving dry grass exposed that is susceptible to fire. This small grass fire off the Old Steese Highway near Chena Hot Springs Road on Tuesday was caused by a spark/ember… Read More ›
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 ›
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 ›
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 ›
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 ›
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 ›
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