Winds Aid Alaskan Fire Crews

June 3, 2003
A wildfire that threatened to overrun the Tok Cutoff and drive people from their homes over the weekend was slowed Sunday by favorable winds, giving at least 200 firefighters a chance to build breaks and hold a line, said state and federal fire officials.

A wildfire that threatened to overrun the Tok Cutoff and drive people from their homes over the weekend was slowed Sunday by favorable winds, giving at least 200 firefighters a chance to build breaks and hold a line, said state and federal fire officials.

Voice Your Opinion!

To join the conversation, and become an exclusive member of Firehouse, create an account today!