"This fire is notable due to its size and ongoing fire behavior, with minimal, creeping, and backing characteristics."
The Hogatza wildfire is located in Yukon-Koyukuk County, Alaska, approximately 66.664667574431° N latitude and 153.84919476092° W longitude. The fire is of natural cause and managed by the DNR. As of the latest update, the fire is 3,616.03 acres in size and 0% contained. The fire behavior is currently minimal, creeping, and backing. The fire was first reported on July 9, 2026, and has remained at the same size since its initial report on August 6, 2026.
Official source description: 33 Miles NW from Alatna, AK
Minimal; Creeping; Backing
Be aware of the fire's location and behavior, and take general wildfire safety precautions.
IRWIN ID: {3314D9BB-E611-45EA-B9AB-781F5B125772}
Discovered: Jul 9, 2026
Cause: Natural
Managing Agency: DNR
Coordinates: 66.6647, -153.8492
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The Hogatza Fire has burned 3,616 acres as of August 7, 2026.
The Hogatza Fire has not yet reached any official containment.
The official cause has been listed as: Natural.
The Hogatza Fire is burning in Yukon-Koyukuk, AK.
Yes, as of the latest official update, the Hogatza Fire remains active.
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