Hogatza

## Hogatza Fire Report - July 29, 2025 ### Fire Start, Size and Growth **Start Date/Time/Location**: The Hogatza Fire was discovered on June 16, 2025, at approximately 8:33 p.m.. The exact ignition location is not specified, but it is located in the Yukon-Koyukuk County of Alaska, approximately 37-39 miles southeast of Allakaket. **Size and Containment**: As of June 26, 2025, the fire was reported to be 10,697 acres and 0% contained. More recent reports from July 15, 2025, indicate the fire size at 28,126 acres, and another report from July 13, 2025, states 23,153 acres. The containment status has not been updated in the most recent reports, but it is understood that many fires in the region are managed under a Limited Management Option Area, allowing fire to fulfill its natural ecological role unless it threatens life, property, or identified values. **Fuels, Growth and Rate of Spread**: The primary fuel for the Hogatza Fire is timber (litter and understory), with brush (2 feet) as a secondary fuel model. The fire is believed to have been started by lightning. In mid-June, the Hogatza Fire was described as very active, producing a visible smoke plume. The fire is part of a cluster of lightning-caused wildfires in the area north of Allakaket. **Containment Efforts**: The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Alaska Fire Service is monitoring the Hogatza Fire and other fires in the region. Some fires are being managed under a "Limited Management Option Area" strategy, which prioritizes firefighter safety, protection of values at risk, and the overall impact on the environment, allowing fires to burn if they do not threaten significant assets. Firefighting operations have included smokejumpers and hotshot crews working to protect structures and values at risk near Hogatza. ### Emergency Information **Evacuations and Sheltering:** Currently, there are no specific evacuation orders or warnings detailed for the Hogatza Fire in the provided information. However, it is noted that some fires in Alaska have prompted evacuation levels to be downgraded or have had evacuation orders previously in place. Residents in wildfire-prone areas are advised to stay informed through official channels. **Road and Infrastructure Closures:** No specific road closures directly related to the Hogatza Fire have been reported in the last 72 hours. However, the Alaska Highway has experienced closures and alternating traffic due to nearby wildfires in British Columbia. It is always advisable for travelers to check current road conditions before departing. **For more information, visit:** * [Alaska Wildland Fire Information]: https://akfireinfo.com/ * [BLM Alaska Fire Service Facebook]: https://www.facebook.com/BLM.AlaskaFireService/ * [Yukon News - Alaska Highway Closures]: https://yukon-news.com/news/active-wildfire-in-b-cs-far-north-forces-off-and-on-alaska-highway-closures/ ### Current Impact **Impacts:** The Hogatza Fire is located in a remote area, and specific impacts on structures or infrastructure are not detailed in the provided reports. However, the fire is burning in timber and brush. Smoke from fires in Alaska has been widespread, affecting air quality across the state and beyond. **Safety Concerns:** * **Air Quality**: Smoke from the Hogatza Fire and other fires in Alaska is contributing to widespread smoke across the state and is being transported to other regions. Residents should monitor air quality advisories. * **Fire Restrictions**: Information on specific fire restrictions for the Hogatza Fire area is not available in the recent reports. However, it is generally advisable to be aware of any fire danger levels and restrictions in place in Alaska during wildfire season. ### Ongoing Outlook **Containment Projections**: Containment efforts are ongoing, with some fires in the region being managed under a limited suppression strategy. The effectiveness of containment efforts will depend on weather conditions and the availability of resources. **Weather and Wind Warnings**: The weather in Hogatza is currently experiencing light rain with a chance of rain in the coming days. Forecasts indicate a mix of cloudy and partly cloudy conditions with temperatures generally ranging from the low 40s to the high 60s Fahrenheit over the next week. While current conditions include rain, extended periods of dry weather have contributed to fire activity in the region. ### Cause and the Role of Weather and Climate **Cause**: The Hogatza Fire is believed to have been started by lightning. **Weather and Climate**: Alaska has experienced an early surge in wildfires, attributed to dry conditions in the interior. While current weather in Hogatza includes rain, the broader climate patterns contributing to fire ignitions and spread involve periods of dry weather that allow vegetation to dry out and become more susceptible to ignition from lightning strikes. ### For more information, visit:** * [Alaska Wildland Fire Information]: https://akfireinfo.com/ * [The BLM Alaska Fire Service]: https://www.blm.gov/AlaskaFireService * [National Interagency Fire Center (NIFC)]: https://www.nifc.gov/

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