Canadians Come Over To Delta Junction To Help In Bison Burn Project
Nowadays, It's "News" When Canadians & Alaskans Actually Work Together On An Alaskan Fire Exercise Delta Junction Bison...
Nowadays, It's "News" When Canadians & Alaskans Actually Work Together On An Alaskan Fire Exercise
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| Delta Junction Bison Sign. (Photo, Country Journal Archives) |
Press Release, Government of Yukon
Yukon wildfire staff assist on prescribed burn in Alaska
The Government of Yukon sent two wildland fire specialists to Alaska this spring to assist with annual prescribed burning.
This exchange with the United States Bureau of Land Management’s Alaska Fire Service was coordinated through the Northwest Compact, an agreement that facilitates wildland fire pre-suppression and suppression assistance between the northwest U.S. States and Canadian provinces and territories. Two Yukon staff members were sent in the roles of ignition specialist and ignition specialist trainee.
The operation was part of a spring burn project to improve bison habitat in Delta Junction, Alaska. Briefing and operational planning happened on May 9 while the burning took place from May 10 to 12.
The exercise enabled Yukon fire experts to share their expertise with Alaska, while gaining experience in improving habitat for sheep and bison using prescribed fire.
Opportunities to share our skills and experience with our neighbours in wildland fire agencies are always valuable. Participating in prescribed burns outside the territory allows Yukon fire staff to build skills, share knowledge and bring those insights back to strengthen wildfire response and habitat management here in the Yukon.
