Fire Lets Up A Bit On Tok Cutoff South Of Town Of Tok: June 24th, 2025
7 Mile Lookout Fire evacuations downgraded; Firefighters respond to other fires near Tok BY ALASKA DIVISION OF FORESTRY & FIRE PROTE...
7 Mile Lookout Fire evacuations downgraded; Firefighters respond to other fires near Tok
Effective noon today, Evacuation levels for neighborhoods near the 7 Mile Lookout Fire (#222) will be reduced as fire activity has moderated and firefighters begin to make progress: Residents on Butch Kuth Ave, Osprey, Moose Nugget, and Goshawk Rd will move from GO (Level 3) to SET (Level 2). Residents can now return home but please be cautious of emergency personnel in the area. Residents north of Butch Kuth Ave and on Jack Wade Rd will move from Set (Level 2) to Ready (Level 1). Neighborhoods near Mukluk, previously in READY (Level 1) status, will have evacuation levels lifted.
Firefighters made progress overnight and into Tuesday morning on the 7 Mile Lookout Fire (#222), located approximately nine miles southwest of Tok. Cooler weather and light rain helped moderate fire behavior, rain in this region usually comes with lightning, and fire crews are alert for any new starts. The fire size is currently estimated at 1,373 acres.
Four dozers worked through the night to construct and improve fire lines, including a key stretch that now connects the north side of the fire to 7 Mile Corner. These dozer lines will help define a clear perimeter and create a fuel break. White Mountain Type 2 Initial Attack Crew remains engaged on the line and is actively working toward containment.
Yesterday, four spot fires were located outside of the main fire area. Thanks to quick action by firefighters, all four spots, totaling about an acre in size, were quickly suppressed and held in check.
Two helicopters are supporting suppression efforts, conducting water drops on hotspots and helping ground crews as needed.
The Tok River Fire (#289) Located roughly 10 miles south of Tok, The Tok river fire is currently at 314 acres and staffed by approximately 17 personnel. Firefighters are working to hold the western flank and prevent it from pushing closer to the Glenn Highway – Tok Cutoff. Efforts remain focused on containment and keeping the highway open.
Tractor Trail Fire (#334) is a new fire reported on Monday June 23rd near the tree line to the southwest of Northway airport and is now estimated at 40 acres. The fire, located approximately 9 miles southwest from the Northway Junction, is burning in mixed hardwood fuels. 12 smokejumpers and 2 helicopters responded quickly. They are making good progress, and a helicopter is scheduled to fly today to assess the fire from the air.
Several fires are burning in a limited protection area northeast of Tok. The River Trail Fire (#276) has merged with the Ladue River Fire (#278) and is now estimated at 19,938 acres. The Ridgeline Fire (#278) is approximately 4,584 acres and located about 50 miles northeast of Tok. These fires are being monitored closely and are not currently threatening any communities or structures.
Lake Mansfield Fire (#282): Estimated at 688 acres, located 26 miles northeast of Tok, this fire is currently unstaffed but visible from the road. Forestry officials are working to get personnel assigned to assess and respond.
For more information, please call the Statewide Fire Information line: (907) 356-5511
