Yukon Fork

## Yukon Fork Fire Report - July 29, 2025 ### Fire Start, Size and Growth **Start Date/Time/Location**: The Yukon Fork Fire was discovered on July 5, 2025, around 8:20 p.m. It is located approximately 26 miles southeast of Circle Hot Springs, Alaska, within the Yukon-Koyukuk Census Area. **Size and Containment**: As of the latest available reports, the fire has grown to an estimated 850-866 acres. Containment figures for this fire are not readily available in the provided information. **Fuels, Growth and Rate of Spread**: The primary fuel for the Yukon Fork Fire is timber with litter and understory, with hardwood litter as a secondary fuel. While specific details on the rate of spread in the last 72 hours are not detailed, the fire has been active since its discovery on July 5th. **Containment Efforts**: Information regarding specific containment efforts and the agencies involved is not detailed in the provided snippets. ### Emergency Information **Evacuations and Sheltering:** No specific evacuation orders or warnings have been detailed for the Yukon Fork Fire in the provided information. However, in general, the state of Alaska has seen widespread wildfire activity, leading to evacuation alerts in various regions. Residents are advised to stay informed through local emergency management channels. **Road and Infrastructure Closures:** Specific road closures directly related to the Yukon Fork Fire are not detailed. However, wildfires in Alaska and neighboring regions, such as British Columbia, have caused disruptions and closures on vital routes like the Alaska Highway. Travelers are advised to check local and state transportation advisories before heading out. **For more information, visit:** * **Alaska Wildland Fire Information:** [https://akfireinfo.com/](https://akfireinfo.com/) * **Yukon.ca Emergency Updates:** [https://yukon.ca/en/emergencies](https://yukon.ca/en/emergencies) * **Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation - Wildfire Smoke Information:** [https://dec.alaska.gov/air/anpm/smoke-and-wildfire-info/](https://dec.alaska.gov/air/anpm/smoke-and-wildfire-info/) ### Current Impact **Impacts:** The Yukon Fork Fire is located in a remote area, and specific impacts on communities, structures, or infrastructure are not detailed in the provided reports. However, widespread wildfire activity across Alaska in the past week has led to hazardous air conditions in several regions. Smoke from fires in eastern Alaska and Canada has been observed across broad areas, impacting air quality. **Safety Concerns:** * **Air Quality:** Smoke from wildfires in Alaska and Canada is a significant concern, leading to air quality advisories in affected regions. Residents are advised to limit outdoor exposure and take precautions if experiencing respiratory issues. * **Burn Bans/Fire Restrictions:** Information on specific burn bans or fire restrictions related to the Yukon Fork Fire is not available. However, general fire restrictions are common during Alaska's wildfire season due to dry conditions. ### Ongoing Outlook **Containment Projections:** Specific containment projections for the Yukon Fork Fire are not available in the provided information. However, the general outlook for Alaska indicates continued warm and dry conditions, with a high potential for new fire starts that could grow rapidly. **Weather and Wind Warnings:** Red Flag Warnings and Fire Weather Watches have been in effect for various parts of Interior Alaska, including the Yukon Flats region, indicating critical fire weather conditions. Hot and dry conditions are expected to persist, contributing to the risk of fire ignition and spread. ### Cause and the Role of Weather and Climate **Cause:** The Yukon Fork Fire was caused by lightning. **Weather and Climate:** The fire ignited and persists under hot and dry weather conditions, which are typical for Interior Alaska during the summer months. The region is prone to lightning-induced fires, and climate change is increasingly contributing to hotter, drier conditions that exacerbate wildfire risk and intensity. ### For more information, visit: * **Alaska Wildland Fire Information:** [https://akfireinfo.com/](https://akfireinfo.com/) * **Yukon.ca Emergency Updates:** [https://yukon.ca/en/emergencies](https://yukon.ca/en/emergencies) * **UAFSMOKE - Wildfire Smoke Prediction for Alaska:** [https://smoke.alaska.edu/](https://smoke.alaska.edu/)

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