"This fire is notable due to its remote location and the resources that may be committed to managing it, although no personnel or estimated cost information is currently available."
The Norutak wildfire is located in the Yukon-Koyukuk county of Alaska, discovered on July 10, 2026. The fire is caused by natural factors and is being managed by the DNR. As of the initial report on August 6, 2026, the fire covers 102.8 acres and is not contained. The fire behavior is minimal. The situation has not evolved beyond the initial report, with no information on growth or containment progress.
Minimal
General wildfire safety guidance applies, as the fire behavior is minimal and containment is not a concern at this time.
IRWIN ID: {AB0B076D-AE95-43E0-BD73-055DD9F25451}
Discovered: Jul 10, 2026
Cause: Natural
Managing Agency: DNR
Coordinates: 66.6626, -154.3556
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The Norutak Fire has burned 103 acres as of August 6, 2026.
The Norutak Fire has not yet reached any official containment.
The official cause has been listed as: Natural.
The Norutak Fire is burning in Yukon-Koyukuk, AK.
No, the Norutak Fire is no longer listed as active by NIFC.
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