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FAIRBANKS, AK – Temperatures in the 80’s and low relative humidity worked to the advantage of rehab groups working the southern perimeter of the Boundary Fire yesterday. The dozers and excavators made good progress and completed about six miles of rehab. Tomorrow, rehab should be complete in the area north of Bear Creek. Approximately 37 miles of line has been rehabbed.

On the southeastern perimeter, in a limited suppression area, a few hot spots flared up again today. Two smokes were also spotted along the Steese Highway. Only one near Long Creek, however, required any attention from the engines patrolling the Steese Highway. The other was monitored by air but no suppression action was needed.

The weather forecast for the next 3 to 5 days is similar to the last few days. Clear skies, temperatures in the 70’s and 80’s and humiditys in the 20 to 30 percent range will increase the possibility of fire activity.

Incident Commander Avi Shalom, took over the fire this morning at 8 am. Two new crews are expected on the fire today to help finish the remaining rehab work.

Location:             Located twenty miles northeast of Fairbanks, Alaska
Start date:          06/13/04
Cause:                Lightning
Approximate Size: 503,362 acres
Containment:       35 %
Resources on fire: 2 Type II crews, 1 helicopter,3 engines,                          6 dozers, 6 excavators
Total Personnel:   90
Agencies Represented: Alaska Department of Natural Resources, Alaska Division of Forestry, Alaska State Police, Fairbanks North Star Borough
Restrictions: The temporary flight restriction has been lifted.

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