July 02, 2022, 9:30 am The Lime Complex consists of eight staffed fires and ten unstaffed fires. The total size of the combined fires is 765,691 acres and there are 191 resources assigned to the complex. Each of these fires… Read More ›
Fire Season 2022
Red Flag warning extended for Lime Complex with continued presence of strong winds
July 01, 2022, 9:30 am The Lime Complex consists of eight staffed fires and ten unstaffed fires. The total size of the combined fires is 715,595 acres. There are 198 resources assigned to the complex. All of these fires are… 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 ›
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 ›
Fire growth within Lime Complex anticipated today due to Red Flag conditions
June 30, 2022, 9:30 am The Lime Complex consists of eight staffed fires and ten unstaffed fires. The total size of the combined fires is 602,010 acres. There are 275 resources assigned to the complex. Highlights: The Alaska Green Team… 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 ›
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 ›
Smoke continues to impact operations at Lime Complex and firefighters implement protection measures ahead of Red Flag weather
June 29, 2022, 9:30 am The Lime Complex consists of eight staffed fires and ten unstaffed fires. The total size of the combined fires is 588,150 acres. There are 223 total resources assigned to the complex, including hand crews, fire… Read More ›
Tanana Valley State Forest closed to motorized use
The Commissioner of the Department of Natural Resources has temporarily closed the Tanana Valley State Forest to motorized use, to minimize the likelihood of new wildland fire starts. The Tanana Valley State Forest is extremely dry, wildfires are creating smoky… Read More ›
Heavy smoke delayed Lime Complex aerial resources over much of the planning area
June 28, 2022, Daily Update, 9:30 am The total complex size is 572,925 acres. There are over 237 total resources assigned to the various fires, including two Type 1 Hotshot crews, one Type 2 Initial Attack Hand crew, two fire… Read More ›
Alaska Wildland Fire Information 