Alaska DNR - Division of Forestry & Fire Protection - DFFP

09/14/2026

Beginning today, September 14th, the Alaska Division of Forestry & Fire Protection will conduct the burning of slash piles south of mile marker 323 of the Parks Hwy at Nenana Ridge near Fairbanks. This will continue throughout the winter.

Expect visible smoke along the Parks Hwy South of mile marker 323 towards Little Goldstream Creek.

❗️We want to assure the public that this is not a new wildfire and is a controlled and managed operation.

📸2022 slash pile burn

09/12/2026

Update for the ( #487)

Acres: 7,339
Containment: 70%
Location: Tok, Alaska
Start Date: Aug. 17, 2026
Fuels: Black Spruce, Shrubs, Grass
Personnel: 31

The Mukluk Fire is now 70% contained. On Friday, firefighters spent the day working to extinguish hotspots that became visible near a home on Midnight Sun Drive. Crews opened the berm, removed and cut apart the logs and applied water to extinguish the remaining heat. The Tanana Chiefs Conference crew also continued suppression repair along dozer lines with Resource Advisors.

Even with cooler weather and rain, heat buried in logs, roots and berms may continue to appear. If you see fire or smoke, call 911 so firefighters can respond.

Hunters and residents are urged to remain outside the fire perimeter, especially north of Red Fox Drive. The uncontained northern edge, falling trees, ash pits, unstable ground and remaining hotspots continue to make the area unsafe.

Read the full update at the link below.

Acres: 7,339 Containment: 70% Location: Tok, Alaska Start Date: Aug. 17, 2026 Fuels: Black Spruce, Shrubs, Grass Personnel: 31 Members of the TCC crew gather for a crew photo during suppression rep…

09/11/2026

Today, on September 11th, we pause to remember the 25th anniversary of a day that changed our nation forever. The Alaska Division of Forestry & Fire Protection extends its deepest gratitude to the brave and tireless first responders who selflessly answered the call on that tragic day in 2001.

We'd also like to recognize the Alaska Interagency Incident Management Team, which deployed to assist in the response efforts at the World Trade Center. Their dedication is a powerful reminder of how we come together as a nation in times of crisis.
We honor the memory of those we lost and stand united with our nation, recognizing the courage, sacrifice, and resilience that emerged in the face of tragedy. Their legacy reminds us of the importance of community, service, and unwavering dedication.

We will never forget.

📸: Wildland Firefighter Foundation graphic made to symbolize the wildland firefighter involvement in the 9/11 response that included fire crews and incident management teams across the nation coming together to assist in any and all types of All Hazard responses.

Alaska Interagency Incident Management Team

09/10/2026

When the power goes out or a disaster hits, your phone or internet might stop working. A hand-crank or battery-powered radio keeps you connected to important news.

Get ready this National Preparedness Month with a few simple steps:

✅ Keep extra batteries where you can easily find them and check them often.
✅ Learn how your radio works before you actually need to use it.
✅ Understand local threats like earthquakes, wildfires, floods, and harsh winter weather.
✅ Identify trusted sources such as local agencies and emergency alert stations.
✅ Test your equipment ahead of time.

09/10/2026

Mukluk Fire Update: September 9th:

Acres: 7,339
Containment: 45%
Location: Tok, Alaska
Start Date: Aug. 17, 2026
Fuels: Black Spruce, Shrubs, Grass
Personnel: 31

Strong winds Wednesday forced firefighters to pause planned suppression repair along the western flank north of Red Fox Drive on the ( #487)

Trees within the burned area have little or no root system remaining in some locations and were falling with little warning.

Crews moved out of the timber and shifted their work to removing trees that had fallen across roadways and watching for trees threatening power lines.

More than two dozen trees were reported down on power lines across Tok, including green trees outside the burned area. Alaska Power & Telephone shut off power to affected lines so firefighters and utility crews could respond safely.

Read the full update below.

Acres: 7,339Containment: 45%Location: Tok, AlaskaStart Date: Aug. 17, 2026Fuels: Black Spruce, Shrubs, GrassPersonnel: 31 Strong winds Wednesday forced firefighters to pause planned suppression rep…

09/09/2026

⚠️ Power outage in Tok due to high winds and falling trees. Most customers west and south of the Tok Power Plant are temporarily without power.

⚠️ TOK POWER OUTAGE ⚠️

Due to hazardous wind conditions and the increased risk of trees contacting power lines, the West Feeder has been de-energized as a safety precaution. This means the majority of customers west and south of the Tok Power Plant will be without power temporarily.

Our crews are actively monitoring and managing the affected area and will restore power as soon as it is safe to do so. We will post updates as they become available.

If you have any questions, please contact our office at 1-800-478-7785.

We appreciate your patience and understanding as we work to ensure the safety of our community.

09/08/2026

MUKLUK FIRE FINAL TYPE 3 TEAM OPERATIONS BRIEFING – September 8, 2026

Incident Commander Nathan Zalewski provides the final operations briefing from the Type 3 team and shares an update on suppression repair efforts on the ( #487).

Management of the fire transferred to the local Tok Area Type 4 organization today, Tuesday September 8th at 8:00AM.

09/08/2026

( #487) update for Tuesday September 9, 2026
Acres: 7,335
Containment: 29%
Location: Tok, Alaska
Start Date: Aug. 17, 2026
Fuels: Black Spruce, Shrubs, Grass
Personnel: 28

With hunting season underway, fire managers are urging hunters and others traveling near the western edge of the Mukluk Fire to stay out of the burned area north of Red Fox Drive. The western perimeter north of Red Fox Drive and the northern edge of the fire remain uncontained. Hotspots, fire weakened trees, ash pits and unstable ground continue to make this area unsafe.

The Tanana Chiefs Conference Type 2 Initial Attack Crew continues working along the eastern perimeter, removing fire weakened trees near homes and private property. Although some trees may appear stable, the fire may have damaged or burned away their roots below the surface.
One falling tree can strike others and create a domino effect, placing firefighters, residents and nearby property at risk. Removing these trees is especially important with gusty winds and rain forecast for the Tok area.

Management of the Mukluk Fire transferred to Tok Area firefighters at 8 a.m. Tuesday. The local Type 4 organization is led by Incident Commander Matt Durfey and Incident Commander Trainee Jenny Moser. Firefighters will continue suppression repair, patrol the fire perimeter and extinguish any remaining hotspots they find.

Members of the TCC Fire Crew remove hazard trees along a property ahead of the forecasted rains and gusting winds. Photo DFFP Acres: 7,335Containment: 29%Location: Tok, AlaskaStart Date: Aug. 17, 2…

09/07/2026

( #487) update for Monday, September 7, 2026
Acres: 7,335 | Containment: 29% | Personnel: 55

Labor Day is the final day the Alaska Division of Forestry & Fire Protection (DFFP) Type 3 organization will manage the Mukluk Fire. A local Type 4 organization, led by incoming Incident Commander Matt Durfey, will assume command early Tuesday morning. Many resources assigned to the Mukluk Fire will remain in place to complete suppression-repair objectives and continue patrolling the fire.

On Sunday, excavators continued south along the fire’s eastern flank, repairing dozer line constructed during suppression operations. An engine crew worked alongside the excavators to extinguish remaining hotspots in berms created during line construction. Dozer-line repair on the eastern flank will continue today.

The Tanana Chiefs Type 2 Initial Attack Crew returned Sunday to complete repair work in areas not accessible to heavy equipment, patrol containment lines and remove debris from those lines. On Monday, firefighters will continue patrolling containment lines and checking the fire perimeter for hotspots.

Find more information and a map at https://akfireinfo.com/2026/09/07/mukluk-fire-perpares-transition-to-local-command-suppression-repair-continues/

Fire-weakened trees, unstable ground, ash pits, and lingering heat can remain hazards in burned areas. Stay alert and use caution when entering the fire area, even after the immediate fire threat h…

09/06/2026

( #487) update for Sunday, September 6, 2026
Acres: 7,335 | Containment: 29% | Personnel: 37

On Saturday, excavators progressed south repairing approximately one mile of dozer line along the fire’s eastern flank. Working alongside an engine crew, the engine extinguished remaining hotspots in berms created during suppression operations. On Sunday, excavators will continue repair work on the dozer line.

Road grading to restore suppression-damaged roads to their pre-suppression condition, or better, was completed Saturday.

Firefighters will continue patrolling containment lines Sunday and checking for hotspots along the fire’s perimeter.

Burned areas can remain hazardous even after the immediate fire threat has passed. Fire-weakened or dead standing trees may fall without warning, even on calm days. What appears to be solid ground may conceal ash pits, and hotspots can persist within the fire’s interior. People entering burned areas should remain alert, stay aware of their surroundings, and use caution around standing dead trees, unstable ground, and areas that may still contain heat.

Find more information and a map at https://akfireinfo.com/2026/09/06/dozer-line-repair-advances-road-restoration-complete-on-mukluk-fire/

Acres: 7,335Containment: 29%Location: Tok, AKStart Date: Aug. 17, 2026Fuels: Black Spruce, Shrubs, GrassPersonnel: 37 On Saturday, excavators progressed south repairing approximately one mile of do…