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• Firefighters working around the clock on Nenana Ridge Complex

  By 2025 Nenana Ridge Complex on July 7, 2025

  

  Bonanza Creek Fire (#238): 11,894 acres Goldstream Creek Fire (#270): 17,080 acres Personnel: 295 Evacuation levels were updated on Friday, July 5, by the Fairbanks North Star Borough and Alaska Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management. 🔴 Level 3 “GO!”: 🟡 Level 2 “SET”:… Read More ›

• Upper Yukon fires expect a change in weather conditions in the coming days

  By U.S. Wildland Fire Service on July 6, 2025

  There are currently four staffed fires burning in the Upper Yukon Fire Management Zone, the Tsukon (#382), Fortymile Fire (#355), Runt Fire (#330), the Obrien (#172), and the Ptarmigan Complex. A total of 214 active wildfires are burning across the State of Alaska as of July 6.

• Duck Fire controlled; Shiliak Fire 40% contained in Galena Zone

  By U.S. Wildland Fire Service on July 6, 2025

  The Duck Fire 26 miles east of Teller is fully contained and controlled, while the Shiliak Fire northeast of Kotzebue is 40% contained.

• New fire roundup July 6, 2025

  By Alaska Division of Forestry & Fire Protection on July 6, 2025

  

  Uncle Sam Creek Fire (#376): 388 Acres Significant fire activity was reported on the Uncle Sam Creek Fire last night, with single tree torching in black spruce and mixed hardwoods. Helicopter bucket operations were used to slow fire spread. Fire managers… Read More ›

• Northwest Compact and state-to-state agreements bolster Alaskan firefighting resources

  By Alaska Division of Forestry & Fire Protection on July 6, 2025

  

  The Alaska Division of Forestry and Fire Protection relies on local, state, and federal wildland fire partners to assist when we are experiencing extremely active fire seasons that exceed the capacity of Alaskan firefighting resources. As the nation’s current highest… Read More ›

• Cooler weather predicted over the Nelchina Glacier Fire will aid firefighters with suppression efforts 

  By Alaska Division of Forestry & Fire Protection on July 6, 2025

  

  Cooler and wetter weather has been forecast over the Nelchina Glacier Fire (#226) area, 4 miles south of Eureka Junction, beginning towards the first of the week. The change in weather from the hot and dry pattern over the fire… Read More ›

• Prepared and positioned: firefighters monitor growth on the Twelvemile and Sand Lake fires

  By 2025 Twelvemile Lake Fire on July 6, 2025

  

  Heat detection tools, aviation, and on-the-ground observations showed active fire behavior and growth on both fires yesterday. The Twelvemile Lake Fire (#220) is now 19,656 acres (an increase of 1069 acres) and the Sand Lake Fire (#292) is 5188 acres… Read More ›

• Fire activity increased within interior, increased smoke on 7 Mile Lookout Fire

  By 2025 7 Mile Lookout Fire on July 6, 2025

  

  7 Mile Lookout Fire (#222)  Size: 3,204 acres  Location: 7 miles southwest of Tok, AK.   Start Date: June 19, 2025 Cause: Lightning Containment: 54% Total Personnel: 139  Evacuation levels for neighborhoods near the 7 Mile Lookout Fire (#222): Residents north… Read More ›

• Level 2 “Set” evacuation notice for residents in Eureka due to the Elephant Fire

  By U.S. Wildland Fire Service on July 6, 2025

  

  At noon today, a Level 2 “Set” evacuation notice is in place for Eureka and residences along the Eureka-Rampart Trail due to the Elephant Fire (#225). A “Set” notice means residents should prepare a “go-kit” including prescription medications, emergency supplies, important documents. Plan an evacuation route and keep up to date on the most current local emergency plans. Know where to find the most current information from local authorities. Create a personal wildland fire action plan. Plan multiple escape routes, make sure all those residing within the home know the plan and practice evacuation procedures so everyone is familiar with the plan. Citizens can also follow the Alaska State Troopers Facebook page for the most immediate notification of evacuation changes.

• All resources concentrated on Moldy Fire as Roundabout Complex grows to 31,493 acres

  By U.S. Wildland Fire Service on July 6, 2025

  

  The Roundabout Complex is now 31,493 acres, with all growth yesterday on the Moldy Fire (#279). Crews remain focused on structure protection and fireline prep. A heat advisory continues today, though conditions may begin to shift with incoming moisture and a rising chance of thunderstorms.

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