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Wildfires near Yukon-Koyukuk, Alaska

Yukon-Koyukuk is a county in Alaska, United States — the boreal forest and tundra of Alaska and the volcanic slopes and grasslands of Hawaii. The map shows wildfires and satellite hotspots detected in and around Yukon-Koyukuk. Fires across Alaska differ sharply between the two: Alaska burns in the long daylight of June to August, mostly from lightning in remote boreal country, while Hawaii carries fire year-round through invasive grasses on drier leeward slopes.

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Conditions shown are for Alaska.

Current fires in Yukon-Koyukuk

No significant fires are currently detected in Yukon-Koyukuk.

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Wildfire season in Yukon-Koyukuk

Fires across Alaska, which Yukon-Koyukuk belongs to, differ sharply between the two: Alaska burns in the long daylight of June to August, mostly from lightning in remote boreal country, while Hawaii carries fire year-round through invasive grasses on drier leeward slopes. Over the period recorded here, the busiest month in Alaska has been September. Higher temperatures, low humidity and wind make fires start and spread faster — check the fire-danger level before lighting any fire or working outdoors.

What the Yukon-Koyukuk fire map shows

This page lists only the fires detected inside Yukon-Koyukuk itself, so it stays useful when the surrounding region is busy. Yukon-Koyukuk is one of 26 counties in Alaska. It lies about 355 mi N of the centre of Alaska. Detections come from NASA satellites and are not verified on the ground — never use them for safety decisions, and always follow the emergency services (call 911).

Frequently asked questions

Are there wildfires in Yukon-Koyukuk right now?
No significant fires are currently detected inside Yukon-Koyukuk. This page updates continuously as new satellite detections arrive.
When is the wildfire season in Yukon-Koyukuk?
Fires across Alaska, which Yukon-Koyukuk belongs to, differ sharply between the two: Alaska burns in the long daylight of June to August, mostly from lightning in remote boreal country, while Hawaii carries fire year-round through invasive grasses on drier leeward slopes.
Where in Alaska is Yukon-Koyukuk?
Yukon-Koyukuk lies about 355 mi N of the centre of Alaska.
What area does the Yukon-Koyukuk map cover?
It covers Yukon-Koyukuk inside Alaska. Fires shown are those detected within its own boundary; use the region page for the wider picture.
Is the Yukon-Koyukuk fire map official?
No. It republishes public satellite and official data and is not an emergency-warning service. In an emergency call 911.

⚠️ The fires shown are automatic satellite heat detections from NASA FIRMS, augmented with official NIFC / WFIGS incidents where available. Satellite detections are not verified on the ground and are not 100% accurate — they can include false alarms (industrial heat, prescribed burns) or miss small or cloud-covered fires. Do not use this map for safety decisions; always follow official sources.

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