Alaska red flag warnings
There are no red flag warnings in Alaska right now. The last one was issued on August 17, 2026.
Warm temperatures, very low humidity and strong winds will allow any fire to spread rapidly.
Updated from the National Weather Service · lists refresh hourly; the live map loads current alerts directly from the NWS
Active red flag warnings in Alaska
None right now. Other active alerts in Alaska: 16 (see the Alaska alerts page).
Red Flag Warnings in Alaska by year
Alaska averaged 15.6 red flag warnings per year from 2016 to 2025, and has had 27 so far in 2026. The most recent was issued on August 17, 2026.
Counties with the most red flag warnings
| County | 2016–2025 |
|---|---|
| Denali Borough | 14 |
| Anchorage Municipality | 6 |
| Bristol Bay Borough | 4 |
| Kenai Peninsula Borough | 3 |
What a red flag warning means
A red flag warning means critical fire weather conditions are occurring or will develop shortly. Fires that start, whether from a spark, a cigarette or equipment, can grow quickly and become difficult to control. Burn bans are often in effect during red flag warnings.
More about red flag warnings and the national map →
What to do
- Avoid outdoor burning and anything that can create sparks.
- Do not park on dry grass; hot exhaust systems can ignite it.
- Have an evacuation plan and a go-bag if you live near wildland areas.