‘GO!’ evacuation for Seven Mile Lookout Fire near Tok

Emergency officials have issued Level 3 “GO!” evacuation orders for residents along Goshawk Road and Moose Nugget Road, just south of Tok, as the Seven Mile Lookout Fire (#222) surged past containment efforts Saturday afternoon. Residents of the Butch Ruth area are asked to evacuate, as are those on Goshawk Road and Moose Nugget Road.

The wildfire, burning west of Mile 118 of the Glenn Highway, has grown rapidly to an estimated 55 acres. Fueled by light winds, the blaze breached a retardant line on its eastern flank and is advancing north and east—toward the outskirts of Tok.

Aerial resources, including scoopers and air tankers, are actively engaged in firefighting operations alongside ground crews and smokejumpers. Fire managers say structure protection is a top priority, with fire engines and crews stationed near homes and properties in the projected path of the fire.

Meanwhile, significant firefighting efforts continue across the region:

• Kechumstuk Creek Fire (#192): Located 15 miles west of the community of Chicken, this fire has grown to 4,202 acres. On Saturday, the Tanana Chiefs Type 2 Initial Attack (T2IA) Bravo Squad completed a successful burnout operation along the fire’s west side to protect a Native village site. Crews are now mopping up a 10-foot buffer inside the western perimeter and reinforcing the southern containment line.
• Billy Creek Fire (#189): Burning approximately 5.5 miles northwest of Dot Lake on the north side of the Tanana River, this fire is reported as contained. Tanana Chiefs T2IA Alpha Squad continues mop-up efforts, while helicopters perform bucket drops on residual hotspots. A Temporary Flight Restriction (TFR) remains in effect over the area to ensure firefighter safety.

Fire officials urge all residents in the affected areas to stay alert and follow official guidance, which can be found at akfireinfo.com. Those under “GO!” evacuation orders should leave immediately.

Air quality in the region is expected to deteriorate due to smoke, and drivers along the Glenn Highway are advised to proceed with caution as visibility may be reduced.