The Betula wildfire in Alaska is currently active with minimal fire behavior, smoldering, and isolated torching.
Official source description: 21 Miles SE from Central, AK
Minimal; Smoldering; Isolated Torching
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IRWIN ID: {9E214196-F497-48EF-A885-BC0F025888CD}
Discovered: Jun 22, 2026
Cause: Natural
Managing Agency: BLM
Est. Cost to Date: $591,529
Coordinates: 65.35, -144.3278
The Betula Fire has burned 103 acres as of August 7, 2026.
The Betula Fire has not yet reached any official containment.
The official cause has been listed as: Natural.
The Betula Fire is burning in Yukon-Koyukuk, AK.
Yes, as of the latest official update, the Betula Fire remains active.
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