Date: 2011-05-30 00:00:00
http://inciweb.org/incident/2253/
East Volkmar Fire
(Delta) A large storm cell passed northeast of the fire in the afternoon causing active fire behavior and major fire growth to the east and northeast in Bear Creek drainage, its tributaries, and surrounding mountains. The northern most section of the fire is 1 mile from the South Fork of the Goodpaster between Columbia and Bear Creeks. The eastern perimeter remains west of Michigan Creek.
Four loads of aerial retardant were utilized on the west flank on Sunday where firefighters worked to prevent fire spread toward Volkmar Lake. This flank is currently holding. Preventing fire spread into the Goodpaster River drainage is also a priority. There are 201 personnel assigned to the fire which was mapped at 16,000 acres.
The storm cells that affected the fire also pelted other areas with lightning on Sunday afternoon. Delta Area Forestry posted lookouts and conducted an aerial detection flight and will continue to search for new wildfire starts. The rain received in the Delta Junction area was not widespread.
In spite of the East Volkmar Fire, extreme fire danger indices, and a suspension of open burning, Forestry continues to respond to unauthorized and dangerous debris burns and bon-fires. Residents must not light yard burns at this time. The only fires allowed are small cooking fires 2-3 feet in diameter that are located in a fire ring surrounded by dirt, sand, or gravel. Never light fires during windy conditions. The campfire must be attended with water and tools until it is completely extinguished.
WEATHER FOR MONDAY TEMPERATURES: 75F HUMIDITY: 32% WINDS: WEST 10-15mph
ISOLATED AFTERNOON AND EVENING THUNDERSTORMS TODAY. GUSTY WINDS IN THE AFTERNOON.
Our country, our military and our community suffered the great loss of Robert Carmichael Shetler, known to us as Mike due to a tragic accident Friday May 27, 2011 in Colorado.
Flag presentation by the 49th Missile Defense Batallion Color Guard on May 28 for Frontiers Day 2011
Catie is a Heart Fur Animals dog who needs a home. She is young, about 10 months old, black lab mix, spayed and vaccinated. She has a very friendly personality and responds well to training. She is housebroken and does well in the house. There is an adoption fee for Catie. Please call 895-5112 and leave a message or email if you are interested in adopting Catie.
Rainbow Mountain is approximately 75 miles south of Delta. It’s a beautiful drive through the Isabel Pass area.
A wildfire reported 25 miles northeast of Delta Junction prompted a quick response from firefighters early Thursday afternoon.
Eileen Williams – Fair Manager – 25 Votes
This cow moose was grazing her way through my yard. I was looking for a calf as I was taking the photo, but I never saw one. Photo courtesy Barbara Tharp.
The winner of last week’s mystery photo is Abigail Ruse
Our mystery photo must have been a little challenging this week. There were many guesses for this one, but they were incorrect. We had entries for Jack’s Chevron and Buffalo Service Station.
front of the building.
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I took this photo in Cordova while visiting friends. Photo Courtesy Jessica Lambert
Hosted by the Delta Chamber of Commerce
One of the first Alaskan wildflowers to pop up is the “Pasque Flower” or wild crocus. This specimen was photographed off the Richardson Highway near Fort Greely. Image by Dwight Phillips.
The Friend’s of Delta Agriculture are at it again! They will be hosting the first of two Lumberjack Challenges for the season (the second one is held at the Deltana Fair). Come ready to participate, and have the experience of a lifetime! They will be holding practice from 11 A.M. to Noon. 
Frontier Days Pig Roast & BBQ
Are you interested in attending a hands on Science Engineering and Technology Program? 
While the space shuttle Endeavour is on it’s final mission, we are making preparations to construct a one-third scale model of the space vessel. “Learn by Doing”…experiment, innovate and think independently.
Meet with your friends and neighbors and
Anyone is interesting in participating can contact:Eileen William
This photo was taken in a pole barn on May 18. It’s a rare occasion to photograph baby ravens. Photo Courtesy Zach Knight
Photo displays are courtesy of Carol Watkins.
The wolf pictured here with most of its winter coat, is just off the Denali Park Road in early May. Photo by Steve Thomas
Troop 11 Boy Scouts of America proudly filled and positioned the luminaras for the Delta Junction Relay for Life event held on Friday 13, 2011.This is the 4th year that the Scouts have been able to help with Relay. It is an event that they look forward to. One Scout commented that, “Doing this helps me feel good and helps others remember those they love.”
A nice mix of vibrant color in the fields contrasting the pale beauty of the mountains. Taken in fall of 2010. Photo Courtesy Seth Sutherland
May 28, 2011
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A rough-legged hawk takes wing from a small poplar tree. Image by Dwight Phillips.
The winner of our first week’s mystery photo is Tina Congiolosi. Congratulations!