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Wildfire Near Chena Hot Springs Road Prompts Massive Response

Tue, 2013-06-18 17:16

Graphic courtesy of NOAA.

A wildfire east of Fairbanks is drawing a massive air and ground response. The Kanuti fire started in a neighborhood off Chena Hot Springs Road, near Mile 17.

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State Division of Forestry spokeswoman Maggie Rogers says things are going well.

“We continue to have no evacuations,” Rogers said. “We continue to have no structures lost, and the fire is an estimated 120 acres.”

“It’s not contained, but they’re gonna be working on that today.”

Chena Hot Springs Road is open, but Rodgers warns there could be traffic delays depending on fire and suppression activities, which are occurring on both sides of the road. Rodgers says the Kanuti fire is human caused but could not provide details, as an investigation is underway.

She says numerous wild fires are being responded to as hot dry windy conditions persist. Red Flag warnings for extreme fire danger are in effect for much of the state south of the Brooks Range and Rogers encourages Alaskans to be ready.

“Creating defensive space around their home, it’s important that rehearse evacuation plans with family members,” Rogers said. “People with dog teams and horses and other things like that, it’s always good to not only plan for your family, but plan for your pets as well.”

Rogers also recommends clearly marking your home’s address, identifying any alternative routes out of your neighborhood and having non-local phone contact who can relay fire information if the power goes out.

Fairbanks Natural Gas Releases Trucking Project Details

Tue, 2013-06-18 17:15

Fairbanks Natural Gas has released details of a North Slope to Fairbanks gas trucking project proposal. The documents lay out costs and components of a system to treat and liquefy gas, including propane, and load it onto tanker trucks for shipment south.

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McKinley To Denali Name Change Legislation Passes Out Of Senate Committee

Tue, 2013-06-18 17:14

The long time tug of war over the name of North America’s highest peak was back in front of the U.S. Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee on Tuesday.

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Ranking committee member Lisa Murkowski recorded a win after Senate Bill 155, a one page piece of legislation, passed out of committee in favor of changing the name to Denali. Senator Murkowski says she’s defending the true Alaskan name for the majestic peak.

“It deserves to be called the name that the Athabascans from the Interior have called it for decades and decades and decades. I think it’s important that we honor and tribute Alaska’s First peoples by officially recognizing ‘The Big One’ as Denali,” Murkowski said.

True to the script of this long running saga, Ohio Republican Senator Rob Portman voted against the change, saying he is defending Ohio where President William McKinley was born and served as a Governor in the 1800s. Portman also says, the name of the National Park has already been changed to Denali.

“I know Athabascan’s do call it Denali, there are a couple other Native peoples who call it other things, there are two other names at least the Aleuts use and another Native group, but the point is, we’d like to keep our Mount McKinley within the Denali National Park,” Portman said.

The committee approved the bill by a voice vote. That clears it for consideration by the full Senate although it’s not certain that it will make it to the floor.

Chignik Lagoon Hopes To Break Ground On Hydro Project

Tue, 2013-06-18 17:13

The village of Chignik Lagoon on the Alaska Peninsula, with a year round population of around 70, hopes to break ground this season on a small, long-awaited hydroelectric project. For a price tag of about 2.5 million dollars, the simple system may produce as much power as the village typically needs. This is one of several alternative energy projects the Lake and Peninsula Borough has undertaken in an effort to lower costs and ease off of fossil fuels in its villages.

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Youth Camp Teaches Rural Teens Public Safety Skills

Tue, 2013-06-18 17:13

More than 20 kids graduated from Bethel’s Alaska Youth Academy’s summer camp last Friday. The idea is to encourage kids in the area to consider law enforcement careers.

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Alaska News Nightly: June 18, 2013

Tue, 2013-06-18 17:02

Individual news stories are posted on the APRN news page. You can subscribe to APRN’s newsfeeds via emailpodcast and RSS. Follow us on Facebook at alaskapublic.org and on Twitter @aprn

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Treadwell To Run For Senate

Peter Granitz, APRN – Washington DC

Lieutenant Governor Mead Treadwell is running for Senate. He announced early Tuesday he will not seek reelection and instead will try and win the GOP nomination to take on Senator Mark Begich.

Sealaska Lands Bill Passes Senate Committee

Ed Schoenfeld, CoastAlaska – Juneau

Alaska Senator Lisa Murkowski’s version of the Sealaska lands bill has passed out of its only committee of referral.

Legislation Would Keep Petition Signatures Off Public Record

Alexandra Gutierrez, APRN – Juneau

Supporters of various initiatives are out in full force collecting signatures with the purpose of getting on next year’s ballot. Those signatures become part of the public record, and anyone can access these lists. A Republican senator from Fairbanks wants that to change, but some activists are worried his proposal could have unintended consequences.

Wildfire Near Chena Hot Springs Road Prompts Massive Response

Dan Bross, KUAC – Fairbanks

A wildfire east of Fairbanks is drawing a massive air and ground response. The Kanuti fire started in a neighborhood off Chena Hot Springs Road near Mile 17.

Fairbanks Natural Gas Releases Trucking Project Details

Dan Bross, KUAC – Fairbanks

Fairbanks Natural Gas has released details of a North Slope to Fairbanks gas trucking project proposal.  The documents lay out costs and components of a system to treat and liquefy gas, including propane, and load it onto tanker trucks for shipment south.

Federal Regulators Crack Down On Fish Fraud

Stephanie Joyce, KUCB – Unalaska

In the wake of several high-profile cases of alleged scale-tampering by Bering Sea groundfish vessels, the National Marine Fisheries Service is revising its regulations for weighing fish at-sea. The new measures are aimed at making it more difficult for vessels to underreport their catch.

McKinley To Denali Name Change Legislation Passes Out Of Senate Committee

Lori Townsend, APRN – Anchorage

The long time tug of war over the name of North America’s highest peak was back in front of the U.S. Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee today. Ranking committee member Lisa Murkowski recorded a win after Senate Bill 155, a one page piece of legislation, passed out of committee in favor of changing the name to Denali.

Chignik Lagoon Hopes To Break Ground On Hydro Project

Dave Bendinger, KDLG – Dillingham

The village of Chignik Lagoon on the Alaska Peninsula, with a year round population of around 70, hopes to break ground this season on a small, long-awaited hydroelectric project. For a price tag of about 2.5 million dollars, the simple system may produce as much power as the village typically needs. This is one of several alternative energy projects the Lake and Peninsula Borough has undertaken in an effort to lower costs and ease off of fossil fuels in its villages.

Youth Camp Teaches Rural Teens Public Safety Skills

Kyle Clayton, KYUK – Bethel

More than 20 kids graduated from Bethel’s Alaska Youth Academy’s summer camp last Friday.  The idea is to encourage kids in the area to consider law enforcement careers.

Eagle River man arrested after shooting up Walmart

Tue, 2013-06-18 16:12
Eagle River man arrested after shooting up Walmart An Eagle River man was arrested after firing shots inside his local Walmart. He allegedly was unwilling to give up a $20 set of windshield wipers that he had concealed, the Anchorage Police Department reported.June 18, 2013

2 Palmer residents busted for cooking meth while house sitting

Tue, 2013-06-18 15:39
2 Palmer residents busted for cooking meth while house sitting Alaska State Troopers in Palmer shut down a methamphetamine lab and arrested two local residents on Sunday, charging them with manufacturing the illicit drug. Troopers say meth use continues to be an problem statewide. June 18, 2013

Russian River Sanctuary To Open Wednesday Morning

Tue, 2013-06-18 15:16

The Russian River sanctuary will open to sockeye salmon sport fishing Wednesday at 8:00 a.m. and is expected to remain open until Sunday, July 14 at 11:59 p.m., according to an emergency order issued by the Alaska Department of Fish and Game.

The daily bag and possession limits will remain at three sockeye salmon.

“The Department has projected that the early-run sockeye salmon spawning escapement goal of 22,000 – 42,000 sockeye salmon will be achieved,” Fish and Game said in a press release.

The department also reminds anglers to remove fish carcasses from the Russian River clear water and to be sure personal belongings and stringers of fish are closely attended.

'The Ocean at the End of the Lane': A book for adults?

Tue, 2013-06-18 15:16
'The Ocean at the End of the Lane': A book for adults? Childhood memories that have been buried, but never forgotten: that's the territory of "Ocean at the End of the Lane" by Neil Gaiman.June 18, 2013

Federal regulators missing the big picture in Alaska's Arctic seas

Tue, 2013-06-18 13:57
Federal regulators missing the big picture in Alaska's Arctic seas OPINION: Undersea seismic exploration in the Chukchi and Beaufort seas now involve three nations, and there are no studies or environmental assessments being done to understand the cumulative effect on marine species and the people who depend on them.June 18, 2013

All Sima scenarios would affect taxpayers

Tue, 2013-06-18 13:41
Whether the Mount Sima recreational facility stays open or shuts down, city taxpayers could be on the hook for more than $460,000.

Fire south of Dawson City growing as weather warms

Tue, 2013-06-18 13:39
A newly discovered forest fire burning near the mouth of the Sixty Mile River is now an estimated 660 hectares.

Murder trial hears from undercover officer

Tue, 2013-06-18 13:37
“When there’s a problem that can’t be solved, I’m the final solution.”

Yukon Outfitters strike gold at U-11 soccer final in the Junction

Tue, 2013-06-18 12:46
Young soccer players from across the territory gathered in Haines Junction this weekend to compete for cross-field supremacy at the Under-11 outdoor championships.

Cyclists get taste of high-level competition at provincial meet

Tue, 2013-06-18 12:43
Four young Yukon cyclists competed in the 2013 B.C. Provincial Youth Road Cycling Championships in Courtney, B.C. last weekend, gaining valuable race experience against competitors within their own age groups.

Annual Summer Solstice Run goes tonight

Tue, 2013-06-18 12:42
Athletics Yukon’s annual Summer Solstice Run up Grey Mountain goes tonight starting at 6 p.m.

Airplane daytrip: Fairbanks to Denali National Park

Tue, 2013-06-18 12:06
Airplane daytrip: Fairbanks to Denali National Park Alaska pilots interested in getting up close and personal with Denali National Park should consider a convenient day trip plan that could also include a few other unique features of the area.June 18, 2013

Overboard or not? Do Kenai Peninsula salmon need more protection?

Tue, 2013-06-18 12:03
Overboard or not? Do Kenai Peninsula salmon need more protection? The Kenai Borough Assembly is set to vote Tuesday night on whether to repeal or amend a 2011 ordinance passed that expanded a 50-foot near-shore habitat protection zone previously in place along the Kenai River.June 18, 2013

Two Rivers wildfire blazes into 120 acres (+ Video)

Tue, 2013-06-18 10:44
Two Rivers wildfire blazes into 120 acres (+ Video) A human-caused wildfire started Monday afternoon has roared into a 120-acre blaze overnight as dozens of firefighters fight to contain it around Mile 17 of the Chena Hot Springs Road, east of the Interior city of Fairbanks.June 18, 2013