The Swan Lake Fire has grown by about 8,000 acres since Monday
Update: The fire’s progression has stopped; alert level remains at ‘set’
As of Monday, 682 fires had burned more than 2.5 million acres this season.
Small rises along the western Kenai River are anticipated, but are not expected to reach flood stage
Heavy smoke rolled into the central peninsula Monday, with Soldotna experiencing some of the worst air conditions. The particulate matter measurementt for Soldotna was 185,… Continue reading
Climate models have for years forecast unhealthy Alaska river temperatures for salmon.
With the Caribou Lake Fire now estimated at 900 acres and 20% contained, better weather conditions have made officials optimistic about progress in stopping it.… Continue reading
28,501 signatures are required for phase one of the recall process.
Control points will be established at Mile 71 near Watson Lake and Mile 53 near Resurrection trail.
The funds also go to help the Wounded Heroes event.
Many elections unopposed; voters will weigh in on propositions
The Kenai River is not expected to crest until Sunday.
Fire officials delivered some positive news about two lower Kenai Peninsula wildfires.
The event is organized by the Economic Development District and the Alaska Oil and Gas Association.
Update 3:26 p.m.: Both lanes of the Sterling Highway, between milepost 75 and 53, are closed due to helicopter operations. This is anticipated to be… Continue reading
Caribou Lake Fire continues to grow slowly
The peninsula has received little to no rain this August.
Bruce Schulte was booted in 2016 by then-Gov. Bill Walker.
Swan Lake Fire team will take over fire administration
Winds pushed smoke to the west
