The Arcana Creek fire near the village of Aleknagik is now contained. The fire was discovered Tuesday and the Division of Forestry hopes to have it fully extinguished by Friday morning.
Two lightning-caused fires were discovered near Aleknagik on Monday. The Arcana Creek fire is only 5 miles north of Aleknagik and has burned 13 acres so far. The Kokwok River fire is much larger at over 1000 acres burned, however it is 33 miles away from the village in Wood-Tikchik State Park. The City of Dillingham is providing N-95s at city hall and the boat harbor in the blue building near Tide Table. If you can’t get to one of these sites, you can call Dillingham Dispatch at (907) 842-5354 and a can be delivered to you.