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Wildfire scorches at least 20 structures near Alaska Highway
United States
First seen: Aug 19, 2026, 5:31 AM UTCUpdated: Aug 19, 2026, 5:31 AM UTC
WHAT HAPPENED
A wildfire near the Alaska Highway in the Tok area has scorched at least 20 structures. Residents reportedly fled, including one person who carried a baby out of a home.
SO WHAT?
The fire has damaged multiple structures and may pose a wider evacuation and travel risk in the affected area.
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