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Several fires contribute to smoky weekend around Fairbanks
The hot, dry and windy conditions in the Fairbanks area this weekend resulted in increased activity on several existing fires. Among the many fires producing an impressive and very visible smoke column was the Delta Fire (#221), which is burning… Read More ›
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Firefighters hold McCoy Creek Fire south of Salcha River
Saturday, high temperatures and southeast wind contributed to increased fire activity on the McCoy Creek fire. Firefighters enhanced fire lines along the Salcha River corridor and utilized aircraft, including tankers and helicopters, to protect structures north of the fire area…. Read More ›
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Red Flag conditions continue today for the Anderson Complex
WEATHER: A Red Flag Warning remains in effect today for the area impacted by the fires in the Anderson Complex. Temperatures are expected to be in the high 80s with low humidity. Chinook winds with sustained speeds of 20 to 30… Read More ›
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Smoke Outlook for Aug. 6-7
Issued by Wildland Fire Air Quality Response Program at 8 a.m., August 6, 2023. Fire There are 148 active fires across the State and conditions continue to be favorable for fire growth. Additional details on fires are available at AICC… Read More ›
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BLM closes part of the White Mountains National Recreation Area due to Lost Horse Creek Fire activity
The bulldozed control line is holding between the Lost Horse Creek Fire (#296) and the Haystack subdivision. Crews continue to extend the line to the east toward the Caribou Creek drainage as the fire burns northeast into the 2021 Haystack… Read More ›
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Air quality advisories issued for the Interior due to hazardous conditions
Due to increased fire activity brought on by the chinook winds, Interior Alaska is experiencing near hazardous conditions. Air quality advisories are in effect for central and eastern Alaska. Chinook winds are bringing Red Flag conditions again today to the Alaska… Read More ›
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Pogo Mine Road Fire shows large growth to northeast merging with smaller fires
Afternoon Chinook winds increased activity on the Pogo Mine Road Fire (#191) causing growth on the northeast corner of the fire. This resulted in the fire merging with 6-Mile Pogo Fire (#196) and other smaller fires in the area. The… Read More ›
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Mount Hayes Fire causing ash fall along Alaska Highway corridor
Fire activity picked up on the Mount Hayes Fire (#299) burning along the Gerstle River, six miles south of Mile 1393 Alaska Highway. Southerly Chinook winds started in the afternoon, pushing Interior fires into fresh fuels. Ash fallout has been… Read More ›
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Over 300 fires recorded in Alaska so far this season
Fire activity across Interior Alaska is on the increase Saturday afternoon due to hot, dry and windy conditions. Firefighters, aircraft and helicopters are all being utilized to protect people and property. Red Flag Warnings and Fire Weather Watches remain in… Read More ›
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Western portion of White Mountains National Recreation Area closed due to nearby wildfire
Recreation sites near Wickersham Dome Trailhead evacuated as the Lost Horse Creek Fire approaches BLM Alaska, Fairbanks District Office – August 5, 2023 FAIRBANKS, Alaska — Due to ongoing wildland fire activity associated with the Lost Horse Creek Fire (#296), the Bureau… Read More ›
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Starry Fire remains hot, action taken on Lost Fire
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Smoky conditions possible along Taylor Highway due to Polly Fire
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Crews continue making progress on Delta Fires
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