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City of Anderson issued Wildfire evacuation

Anderson, AK · 06-21

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Interior wildfires being watched near Healy, Yukon River settlements, state says

FAIRBANKS, Alaska (KTUU) - Firefighters were working Wednesday to make sure an interior Alaska wildfire doesn’t impact a Native allotment on the north side of the Yukon River. The Canyon Fire, currently 20 miles west of the tiny community of Rampart — which is just over 80 miles northwest...

Fairbanks, AK · 06-17
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Alaska wildfire activity slows as crews contain most active fires

Fire activity is slowing across Alaska as cooler weather and aggressive firefighting efforts continue to make progress on the state's remaining active wildfires. Officials say only two fires remain staffed, with crews working to extinguish lingering hotspots near Ambler and northeast of Fairbanks. The Kopshesut Fire near Ambler is now...

Alaska · 06-16
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Lightning ignites wildfire northeast of Fairbanks

ANCHORAGE, Alaska (KTUU) - Crews worked to fight a lightning-caused wildfire about 66 miles northeast of Fairbanks Saturday. It was initially reported around 8:30 a.m., the U.S. Wildland Fire Service (USWFS) wrote online. It is being called the Clums Fire, and it was estimated to be 75 acres at the...

Fairbanks, AK · 06-14
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Interior Alaska prepares for wildfire season

FAIRBANKS, Alaska (KTUU/KTVF) - As wildfire season approaches in Interior Alaska, officials at the Fairbanks North Star Borough (FNSB) are getting ready to coordinate safety measures in the community. According to Luke Butcher, Director of Emergency Operations with the borough, preparing for wildfires includes keeping an eye on weather conditions...

Fairbanks, AK · 06-03

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Red flag warning issued for Interior Alaska through Monday night

The National Weather Service in Fairbanks has issued a Red Flag Warning for parts of Interior Alaska, warning of critical fire weather conditions through Monday night. Officials say the warning is in effect from Sunday through 10 p.m. Monday due to southeast winds between 20 and 30 miles per hour, with gusts up to 50 miles per hour, along with low humidity levels as low as 20 to 25 percent and warm temperatures.

Alaska · 05-11

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Ice jams and flooding are threatening some Interior Alaska riverside communities

With spring breakup underway, flood watches are in effect for several riverside communities in Interior Alaska. Healy and Anderson have seen some of the worst impacts so far, according to the National Weather Service. Meteorologist Jason Laney said waters rose earlier in the week and threatened several homes, damaging a few.

Alaska · 05-11

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Severe Storm Warning: 5 Feet of Snow, 60 mph Winds Coming This Week

Alaska is tackling the back end of a severe storm this week.

Alaska · 05-11

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Ice jams and flooding are threatening some Interior Alaska riverside communities

With spring breakup underway, flood watches are in effect for several riverside communities in Interior Alaska. Healy and Anderson have seen some of the worst impacts so far, according to the National Weather Service. Meteorologist Jason Laney said waters rose earlier in the week and threatened several homes, damaging a few.

Alaska · 05-08

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New burn restrictions issued across Interior Alaska

Fire danger is prompting new burn restrictions in Interior Alaska as dry and windy weather continues. The Alaska Division of Forestry and Fire Protection says burn permits are suspended Monday and Tuesday, May 4 and 5, in the Delta Fire Prevention Area. That means burning debris piles, lawns, and using...

Alaska · 05-04

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Fairbanks non-profit assesses damage after flooding in toy storage space

FAIRBANKS, Alaska (KTUU/KTVF) - Flooding in its South Cushman storage space has left Santa’s Helpers Alaska scrambling to determine the extent of the damage to its supply of toys and other items. The non-profit organization, part of the North Star Charitable Foundation, provides toys, books, blankets and food boxes...

Fairbanks, AK · 05-04

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Fairbanks non-profit assesses damage after flooding in toy storage space

FAIRBANKS, Alaska (KTUU/KTVF) - Flooding in its South Cushman storage space has left Santa’s Helpers Alaska scrambling to determine the extent of the damage to its supply of toys and other items. The non-profit organization, part of the North Star Charitable Foundation, provides toys, books, blankets and food boxes...

Fairbanks, AK · 05-04

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Burn permits suspended in Interior Alaska amid fire danger

Burn permits are being suspended in parts of Interior Alaska because of dangerous fire weather conditions. The Alaska Division of Forestry and Fire Protection says burn permits for the Railbelt zone, including Healy and the surrounding areas of the Fairbanks Prevention Area, are suspended starting on Friday, May 1. Burn...

Alaska · 05-01

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Prescribed burns planned in Interior Alaska to reduce wildfire risk

Prescribed burns are set to begin in Interior Alaska as fire officials work to reduce wildfire risk ahead of summer. Starting as early as Sunday, the U.S. Wildland Fire Service, in coordination with U.S. Army Garrison Alaska, will conduct prescribed fires in the Donnelly Training Area, the Yukon Training Area, and Fort Wainwright.

Alaska · 05-01

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Higher temperatures spur Alaska’s invasive pike to eat more, a bad sign for salmon

Invasive northern pike have wreaked havoc in Southcentral Alaska rivers and lakes. Introduced illegally in the 1950s, they have been devouring juvenile salmon and other native species. Now a University of Alaska Fairbanks study warns that matters could get even worse. As temperatures rise in waterways, invasive pike eat more, said the study, published in […]

Alaska · 04-28

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Interior neighborhoods see variable flood potential amid spring break-up

FAIRBANKS, Alaska (KTUU/KTVF) - As above-freezing temperatures continue to melt the accumulated snow in Fairbanks, some neighborhoods in the area have seen street corners flood due to blockage in storm drains. According to Jeremiah Cotter, Public Works Director with the City of Fairbanks, many of these blockages come from ice...

Fairbanks, AK · 04-20

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Interior neighborhoods see variable flood potential amid spring break-up

FAIRBANKS, Alaska (KTUU/KTVF) - As above-freezing temperatures continue to melt the accumulated snow in Fairbanks, some neighborhoods in the area have seen street corners flood due to blockage in storm drains. According to Jeremiah Cotter, Public Works Director with the City of Fairbanks, many of these blockages come from ice...

Fairbanks, AK · 04-20

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Fresh snow doesn’t stick around as temperatures warm across Alaska

ANCHORAGE, AK (Alaska’s News Source) - If you’re tired of winter, here is some good news: temperatures across Alaska are climbing, and signs of spring are popping up, but even still, winter isn’t going down without a fight. 24/7 Alaska Weather: Get access to live radar, satellite,...

Alaska · 04-14

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After Alaska's coldest winter in a half-century, El Niño warmup is coming

This winter in Alaska was one full of notable superlatives, especially for the state's main population centers. Statewide, Alaska saw its coldest December-through-March in a half-century. In famously cold Fairbanks, that same period was the coldest on record. Juneau had its coldest December ever recorded and — in a place known for being snowy — its snowiest winter. And, while not as extreme, Anchorage saw its coldest-ever month of March.

Alaska · 04-09