Alaska Fire Protection, LLC

06/23/2026

Division of Forestry & Fire Protection (DFFP) Morning Wildfire Round Up - Saturday, June 20, 2026

As of last night, more than 4,300 lightning strikes were recorded across the state. Eight new fires were reported yesterday with seven of those in the Mat-Su Area and one in the Tok Area. Additionally, the Grandview Fire is still staffed.

Coastal Region

Beluga Fire ( #213)
Location: 16 miles west of Mount Susitna
Size: 65 acres
Personnel: 8
Status: fire was surrounded by retardant last night, while crews continued to secure the fire’s edge

Grandview Fire ( #204)
Location: Sterling, AK
Size: 88.8 acres
Personnel: 35
Status: 50 percent contained

Parker Fire ( #218)
Location: 26 miles southwest of Talkeetna
Size: 3 acres
Personnel: 0
Status: Low to moderate spread potential, with no values at risk.

Kahitna Fire ( #217)
Location: 8 miles south of Talkeetna
Size: 0.1 acre
Personnel: 3
Status: Helicopter bucket drops knocked down the flames last night, while firefighters hiked in to secure control lines.

Birch Fire ( #216)
Location: 14 miles east of Talkeetna
Size: 1 acre
Personnel: 0
Status: Low to moderate spread potential, with no values at risk.

Papa Bear Fire ( #215)
Location: 9 miles northeast of Talkeetna
Size: 0.1 acre
Personnel: 0
Status: Upon discovery, the fire was only showing light wispy smoke with no visible flames.

Trapper Fire ( #214)
Location: 7 miles northeast of Talkeetna
Size: 0.1 acre
Personnel: 0
Status: Smoldering in hardwoods and receiving light precipitation last night.

McHugh Fire ( #214)
Location: McHugh Creek Trailhead off the Seward Highway
Size: 0.1 acre
Personnel: 0
Status: 100 percent contained

Northern Region

West Fork Fire ( #219):
Location: 3 miles north of Eagle Lake
Size: 0.33 acres
Personnel: 0
Status: Firefighters were assisted with bucket drops to knock the fire down. Resources will return today for mop up.

📸: Beluga Fire ( #214) inital attack photo from helitack. Taken on 6/19/2026

02/28/2026

Please take the time to check those batteries in your home detectors!

Last week, a college student in Newport, RI died from carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning while running a car with its tailpipe blocked by snow. Yesterday morning, two people were found unresponsive on a boat in Provincetown, MA due to CO exposure, while six others were taken to a local hospital.

These incidents underscore the serious threats posed by carbon monoxide and the critical importance of proper ventilation.

Use these safety tips to reduce the risk of CO poisoning.

Find out more at: www.nfpa.org/CO

02/26/2026

Barrow Alaska -27° ambient -65 with wind chill. 😱

12/19/2025

🔥 High Fire Danger Advisory for Southcentral Alaska 🔥

The Alaska Division of Forestry & Fire Protection is advising of High Fire Danger across much of Southcentral Alaska, including the Mat-Su Valley, Anchorage Municipality, and areas reaching toward Kenai and Kodiak.

Strong winds combined with little to no snow cover have created conditions where fires can start and spread quickly.

Local fire departments have already responded to fires that have moved into the wildland interface, sparked by downed power lines and wind knocking trees into power lines, sparks spread into nearby trees, brush, and exposed dry grasses.

Even though we are outside of burn permit season, we are asking everyone to remain mindful of any outdoor fire use. These conditions can turn a small spark into a fast-moving wildfire.

📌Please note:
• Fire Danger signs will not be updated
• The burn permit website will not reflect this advisory, due to burn permits not being required
• Fire danger conditions will be reassessed again before New Year's Eve

🎆 Fireworks reminder: Firework restrictions and approvals are not determined by DFFP. Those decisions are made by the Alaska State Fire Marshal’s Office and local boroughs or municipalities. Please check with your local authority before use.

We appreciate everyone doing their part to reduce wildfire risk during this windy period.

Staying aware and using extra care now helps keep firefighters and communities safe.


KPB Alerts Kodiak Island Borough Matanuska-Susitna Borough The Anchorage Fire Department Alaska State Fire Marshal’s Office

12/12/2025

Beautiful morning commute to Seward.

11/01/2025

Don’t forget to check those batteries 🪫 in the smoke 💨 alarms 🚨 when you change your 🕰️

Messaging around smoke alarms and batteries is more nuanced now that newer smoke alarms often feature 10-year batteries.

For those ending this weekend, change clocks and check batteries, only if needed. Test smoke alarms monthly.

For more information on changing clocks and batteries: https://nfpa.social/4o3pEmg

10/16/2025

🌲Zone 2: The 5-30 feet around your home 🏡

This area slows fire before it can reach your walls or jump into the tree canopy.
Keep it lean, green, and clean.🪚🧹

• Clear dry grass, brush, and downed branches before snow covers them
• Trim tree limbs 6-10 feet up from the ground (or ⅓ of tree height)
• Remove branches hanging over roofs or near power lines
• Keep firewood piles and burnable items outside this zone for the winter

Together with Zone 1, this creates a strong first line of defense.

10/07/2025

🔥 It’s Fire Prevention Week! 🔥

Wildfire risk is part of life in Alaska, but there are many steps you can take to protect your home, family, and community. 🏡

This week we’ll share simple, effective tips you can start today.

Stay tuned all week for ways to Firewise your home and prevent wildfires.

10/07/2025

Be fire wise!

Being October (Fire Prevention Month) and all, let's *CHARGE* into it with some Lithium-ion battery safety messaging! (See what we did there... *CHARGE*?? Get it???)

LITHIUM-ION BATTERIES store a lot of energy in a small place. These batteries can overheat, start a fire, or explode if overcharged or damaged. By learning how to BUY, CHARGE, and RECYCLE these batteries safely, you can help prevent a fire in your home.

Buy only listed products. When buying a product that uses a lithium-ion battery look for a safety certification mark such as UL, ETL, or CSA. This means it meets important safety standards.

Charge devices safely. Always use the cords that came with the product to charge. Follow the instructions from the manufacturer. Buy new chargers from the manufacturer or one that the manufacturer has approved. Charge your device on a hard surface. Don’t overcharge your device. Unplug it or remove the battery when it’s fully charged.

Recycle batteries responsibly. Don’t throw lithium-ion batteries in the trash or regular recycling bins because they could start a fire. Recycle your device or battery at a safe battery recycling location.

08/18/2025

Internal look at a 5lb ABC fire extinguisher.