A planeload of 84 firefighters and support personnel landed today in Fairbanks to help Alaska fight the many wildland fires across the State. We are thankful to all of the crews who have answered the call to come to Alaska… Read More ›
2022 Alaska Fire Season
Successful structure protection continues on Bean Complex as the fires grow
Bean Complex email: 2022.bean@firenet.gov; Tel. 503-894-6694 The Bean Complex fires are burning on lands managed by DOI Bureau of Land Management and the Alaska Department of Natural Resources, along the Tanana Valley west of Fairbanks extending to the Cosna River…. Read More ›
Structure protection measures occurring along Chatanika River near Minto Lakes Fire
Today, the Type 2 Northern Rockies Incident Management Team 3 assumed command of the Minto Lakes Fire. A Red Flag Warning has been issued from noon Friday to midnight Saturday for lightning and thunderstorms, and minimal precipitation is expected. The… Read More ›
Dry Thunderstorms Likely in the Clear Fire Area, New Fire Starts Possible
A Red Flag Warning is in effect over the fire area this afternoon through Saturday afternoon due to the likelihood of dry lightning strikes. These lightning strikes could result in new fire starts in and around the fire area. No… Read More ›
Closure Update: Middle Fork Fire forces closure of recreation cabin, campground and two ponds
The Middle Fork Fire (#383), burning along the Chena Hot Springs Road, has forced the closure of the North Fork Cabin and the Red Squirrel Campground; both facilities are part of the Chena River Recreation Area. Additionally, two ponds located… Read More ›
Air Operations Assist Clear Fire Crews with Water and Retardant Drops Along Fire’s Southern Edge
The majority of the fire’s activity continues to be on the southern flanks, with the fire making short south and south easterly runs. This is mainly due to heavy fuels that are receptive to burning. However, winds have also been… Read More ›
Alaska moves to Preparedness Level 5 at 7 a.m. Thursday, June 30
The Alaska Multi-Agency Coordination (MAC) Group is elevating the state from Preparedness Level 4 to Preparedness Level 5 effective at 7 a.m. Thursday, June 30. Preparedness Level 5 (PL5) is assigned when large fires that require incident management teams are… Read More ›
Minto Lakes Fire Evacuation Update FNSB Emergency Alert for Chatanika River Corridor
FNSB Alert! FNSB Emergency Alert: A Level 3 Evacuation is in effect for the following area(s): Properties West of Murphy Creek along the Chatanika River Corridor. Evacuate NOW. LEAVE IMMEDIATELY! Danger to your area is current or imminent, and you should… Read More ›
Poorman Complex established to manage 3 fires in Galena, Tanana zones
A Type 3 Incident Management Team has been ordered to take over management of three fires that make up the Poorman Complex in the Galena and Tanana zones. The Donut Fire (#335), Camp Creek Fire (#352), and Sunset Fire (#369)… Read More ›
Fuel and wind-driven Clear Fire continues push south, firefighters focus on protecting homes
The fuel and wind driven Clear Fire continues to push south, with firefighters’ primary focus on protecting homes at risk. An overnight infrared flight provided fire personnel with an accurate picture of the fire’s heat and perimeter, resulting in a… Read More ›
Alaska Wildland Fire Information 