Early Wildland Fire Season Expected in Alaska
Burn permits required for Southcentral, Southwest and Southeast starting March 17
The Alaska Division of Forestry & Fire Protection (DOF) has issued a Public Order declaring an early start to fire season in DOF’s Coastal Region that includes much of Southcentral and Southeast Alaska. The State Forester has determined that weather conditions including warm temperatures and low snowpack across specific areas of Alaska raises the risk of wildland fire ahead of the statutorily-designated fire season, which typically starts April 1. The order goes into effect on Monday, March 17, 2025 at 12:00am.
Areas of heightened wildfire danger include:
- Copper River-Valdez DOF protection area,
- Mat-Su DOF protection area,
- Kenai-Kodiak DOF protection area,
- McGrath-Southwest DOF protection area, and
- All of Southeast Alaska
Increased risk of wildland fire in these areas warrants an early declaration of wildland fire season beginning on March 17, 2025. Burn permits are required for these areas at all times during the fire season. Under Alaska Statute AS 41.15.010 Permits, this order applies to all state, private and municipal lands within the region (see attached map). Areas not specified in this order are not subject to this early fire season designation.
More information about burn permits is available at dnr.alaska.gov/burn
The full Public Order, as authorized under AS 41.15.050 Fire Season, is available at: https://aws.state.ak.us/OnlinePublicNotices/Notices/View.aspx?id=218695
The Department of Natural Resources’ mission is to develop, conserve, and maximize the use of Alaska’s natural resources consistent with the public interest.
Media Contact: Lily Coyle 907-795-9382 lily.coyle@alaska.gov
Looking for Donations and Prizes for CLES Raffle Fundraiser
CLES is hoping to do a fundraising raffle over the summer and announce the winners at our 2nd Annual Casting Tournament in September. We are seeking donations in the form of activities, accommodations, services, high-value items, art, or packages that could bolster our raffle and are a creative way to help us raise money for providing emergency services. If you have an item to donate or any questions, please contact operations.cles@outlook.com. Thank you for your support!
Seeking Agenda Items for CLCC General Meeting March 20, 2025
The Cooper Landing Community Club is seeking agenda items for our next General Members Meeting on Thursday, March 20, 2025. Requests from local organizations and individuals must be made no later than Saturday, March 15th and emailed to officers@cooperlandingcommunityclub.com. Thank you!
Comments Due March 20 for Statewide Transportation Improvement Program
Please submit your comments on Amendment 2 of the Statewide Transportation Improvement Program to help direct state and federal transportation dollars for the next four years.
Visit the Walkable Community Project page at CooperLandingTrails.org to find suggested comments you can submit that help to address safety for all modes of transportation including emergency services, motorized vehicles, and non-motorized use.
Need Volunteers for the Cooper Landing Community Club
The Cooper Landing Community Club is not just one board, but several committees that come together under our wing to work together. We are looking for volunteers to help out with these committees to make our Community Club stronger. If you have experience or interest in Finance, Maintenance, Gaming, Nominations, Government Relations, Endowment, Trails, Softball (Concessions), Safety, Social activities or interests that would be beneficial to our community, please email officers@cooperlandingcommunityclub.com for an application to help serve. It would be greatly appreciated!
Community Potluck Chili Cook-Off Winners!
Awesome Cooper Landing Home FOR SALE
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Alcoholics Anonymous meetings are held at the Baptist Church annex Saturday mornings 9am. This is an open 12 step meeting. If you are curious or think you might have an issue with drinking or other addictions, come join us! The church is located at the corner of Snug Harbor Road and the Sterling Highway, next to the CL Emergency Services building. For more information, call (907)299-2855.