Alaska Wildland Fire Information

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• Work on Gisasa Fire wrapping up; weather change forecast for western Alaska

  By U.S. Wildland Fire Service on July 13, 2025

  Eight smokejumpers assigned to the Gisasa Fire (#432) are in the final stages of mop up, working to identify and put out any remaining heat that could potentially threaten the containment line. The fire is 80 percent contained, and firefighters have hose around the perimeter.

• Warm, dry weather aids Goldrun Complex fire growth

  By 2025goldruncomplex on July 13, 2025

  

  Continued warm, dry weather has aided the growth of the fires that make up the Goldrun Complex. The eight fires, which were started by lightning in an area between Kiana and Ambler in the Kobuk Valley, increased their acreage by a combined 5,441 acres since yesterday.

• New thermal imaging leads to an increase in acreage across the Ptarmigan Complex 

  By U.S. Wildland Fire Service on July 13, 2025

  

  As a result of new thermal imaging and improved mapping, the Ptarmigan Complex total fire acreage increased to 49,508 acres. The acreage for the largest fire, the Turtle (#242) is 34,903. The Ikheenjik Fire (#243) is being included as part of the Turtle Fire for management and acreage. There was minimal fire activity present yesterday across the complex, with the observed fire behavior consisting of flanking, creeping, and smoldering. The warming and drying trend for the weekend may still lead to an increase in fire activity and smoke.

• Crews complete key work as Nelchina Glacier Fire reaches 19% containment 

  By Alaska Division of Forestry & Fire Protection on July 13, 2025

  

  The Nelchina Glacier Fire (#226), located approximately 3 miles south of the Eureka Roadhouse, remains 3,920 acres and is now 19% contained. There are currently 69 personnel assigned to the fire.  Fire crews have completed mop-up to the 100-foot standard… Read More ›

• Twelvemile and Sand Lake Fires show no growth

  By Alaska Division of Forestry & Fire Protection on July 13, 2025

  

  View printable PDF of map The Twelvemile Lake Fire (#220) sits at 23,423 acres. The Sand Lake Fire (#292) totals 6,294 acres. Warm and dry conditions with higher winds increased fire activity on areas across the Twelvemile (#220) and Sand Lake (#292) fires yesterday…. Read More ›

• Mat-Su Type 2 Crew arrives in Tok to help out on 7 Mile Lookout Fire

  By 2025 7 Mile Lookout Fire on July 13, 2025

  

  7 Mile Lookout Fire (#222) Size: 3,924 acres Location: 7 miles southwest of Tok, AK Start Date: June 19, 2025 Cause: Lightning Containment: 55% Total Personnel: 138 Evacuation levels for neighborhoods near the 7 Mile Lookout Fire (#222): Residents north… Read More ›

• Polly Fire increasing activity; advisory issued for Taylor Highway

  By U.S. Wildland Fire Service on July 13, 2025

  

  The Polly Fire (#435) is visible from the Taylor Highway. A caution notice has been issued for travelers from milepost 115 to 100 due to low visibility from smoke and the proximity of the fire to the highway. There are no active closures or evacuations at this time.

• Lines hold and progress continues on Lush and Elephant fires

  By U.S. Wildland Fire Service on July 13, 2025

  

  Fire activity on the Lush Fire (#199) remained low yesterday, with only minimal growth observed. Crews continued to work on fireline construction around the fire area throughout the day. Fire personnel also welcomed a special visit from the Civil Air… Read More ›

• Moldy Fire surges to 58,102 acres on Roundabout Complex as crews focus on allotment protection and community support

  By U.S. Wildland Fire Service on July 13, 2025

  

  The Moldy Fire (#279) remains the only active fire within the Roundabout Complex, now totaling 58,102 acres and growing further overnight. Driven by strong northwest winds, the fire pushed southeast throughout the day yesterday, with some additional backing fire to the north.

• Containment improves as crews push forward

  By U.S. Wildland Fire Service on July 13, 2025

  Firefighters continue their determined efforts to contain the Ninetyeight Fire (#218), achieving 40% of their containment objectives despite persistent warm and dry conditions. Saturday’s fire behavior remained minimal, marked by creeping, smoldering, and isolated torching. The most concentrated heat continues to be located in the fire’s southwest corner and northern edge.

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