The first of two weather fronts expected in Southwest Alaska has arrived, bringing rain to the fires burning near King Salmon, Levelock and New Stuyahok. The second wave, forecast for Sunday, is expected to bring even heavier rains to the… Read More ›
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Fires remain active in southwest Alaska as dry conditions persist
Prolonged dry periods have resulted in drought conditions that are continuing to make wildfires in the Bristol Bay region extremely resistant to extinguishment. A change from dry weather is forecast for this weekend with the first wave of showers expected… Read More ›
Drought conditions leaving southwest Alaska fires resistant to control
The Bristol Bay area is experiencing severe drought conditions this summer. National Weather Service data shows King Salmon is more than 3 inches below their normal precipitation for June, July and August. Firefighters working on fires in the area are… Read More ›
Persistent drought conditions keep fires active in southwest Alaska
Eight smokejumpers were deployed Monday evening to the Ethel Creek Fire (#516) located 53 miles northwest of Nondalton. The lightning-caused fire started July 11 in a Limited suppression area. The fire has grown to an estimated 18,126 acres and is… Read More ›
New lightning-start fires in the Bristol Bay region as firefighters secure Levelock
Smokejumpers responding to a new fire reported Sunday evening outside of Ekwok were diverted to another new fire about 7 miles northwest of King Salmon. Rain showers and thunderstorms with light and variable winds were reported in the area as… Read More ›
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