Starry fire picks up, wrapped with hose

Starry Fire evacuation downgraded as crews continue work near Anderson

Firefighters are making progress on the Starry Fire near Anderson as evacuation orders are downgraded from “Go” to “Set,” though officials warn lightning still poses a risk.

Starry fire picks up, wrapped with hose

The Starry fire picked up today and the Fairbanks Area initial attack helicopter dropped buckets of water during the heat of the day. Despite the brief uptick in fire activity, the fire remained at 575 acres and resources were able to get hose completely around the fire. Pioneer Peak Hotshots Forrest Boynton and Trapper Gephart, cut saw line around the west side of the Starry Fire. – Sam Allen, DFFP Crews on the East and South side off the fire …