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Prescribed burn operations planned on military training lands in FNSB to reduce wildfire threat
Starting as early as May 14, prescribed burning will be implemented on military training lands within the Fairbanks North Star Borough to reduce the wildfire danger.
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Free brush disposal at more landfills helps Alaskans safely firewise homes
Alaskans are busy clearing brush and cutting beetle kill around their homes, cabins, outbuildings and businesses. With increased Capital Improvement Program (CIP) funding there are many more free brush disposal programs across the state. Wherever you are in Alaska, take… Read More ›
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Quick response from multiple agencies catches Kenai Lake Overlook Fire
Responders from Cooper Landing Volunteer Fire Department, U.S, Forest Service – Cugach National Forest and the Alaska Division of Forestry stopped the forward progression of the Kenai Lake Overlook Fire (#066) Tuesday evening, May 10. The fire started in the… Read More ›
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Governor Mike Dunleavy declares May 8-14 as Wildland Fire Prevention and Preparedness Week in Alaska
The days are growing longer, day-time temperatures are heating up, and we have had several nights that the temperatures remained above freezing. To help raise awareness, Governor Mike Dunleavy has proclaimed May 8-14 as “Wildland Fire Prevention and Preparedness Week… Read More ›
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Annual Fireline Safety Refresher Available Online May 7th 1pm for Emergency Firefighters in Southwest Alaska
Seasonal wildland Emergency Firefighters (EFFs) in southwest Alaska are being offered an online Fireline Safety Refresher tomorrow Saturday May 7, 2022 at 1:00 PM. This free required annual training is offered to wildland fire personnel who live in Nikolai, McGrath,… Read More ›
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Public Urged Not to Drive on Forest Roads Statewide During Spring Melt: Urgent Mat-Su Advisory Issued
Gravel forest roads are extremely soft and muddy while the snow melts. Public are urged to look for advisories on spring road advisories in their area. Currently the Mat-Su Borough has issued an urgent advisory for public to avoid driving… Read More ›
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Aerial Firefighting Training Simulation today Over Wishbone Hill above Sutton: Advisory to General Aviation Aircraft
General aviation aircraft and the public may observe up to five aerial firefighting aircraft simultaneously training over Wishbone Hill above the Jonesville Mine/Sutton between 11:00 and 5:00 pm today. There will be no wildfire on the landscape during the training…. Read More ›
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State forestry to conduct prescribed burns at Creamer’s Field
(Fairbanks, AK) – Weather permitting, the Alaska Division of Forestry will be partnering with the Department of Fish and Game to conduct multiple prescribed burns at Creamer’s Field Migratory Waterfowl Refuge starting as early as Monday, May 9. The burns… Read More ›
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Successful pile burn at Narvak Lake increases resilience for remote cabin
In April 2022, National Park Service staff took on the logistical challenge of conducting important fuels work at a remote cabin at Narvak Lake within Gates of the Arctic National Park and Preserve. Eastern Area Fire Management staff left from… Read More ›
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Smokejumpers mopping up wildfire after first jump of the 2022 Alaska fire season
Six BLM Alaska Fire Service Smokejumpers are mopping up a 4.6-acre fire that started near at Pitkas Point about 4 miles of southwest St. Mary’s after the first fire jump of the 2022 Alaska fire season for smokejumpers.
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From deep snow and bitter cold to dry grass: Alaska’s shift into wildfire season needs your help
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BLM fire restrictions north of Fairbanks help protect neighborhoods and facilities
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