Winter Heat Swamps Alaska

In January 2014, record-breaking heat left Alaskans dealing with unseasonable bouts of rain and avalanches.

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Wildfires in southwestern Alaska

Wildfires burned in a remote part of southwestern Alaska on June 16, 2013.

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Wildfire Smoke Over Alaska

On June 19, 2013, a lengthy smoke plume pushed west over Norton Bay.

Atmosphere Land Fires

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Fires In Alaska and Northern Canada

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A Blaze of Color in Alaska

Changing deciduous trees and shrubs came together with evergreens to make this spectacular fall scene.

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NASA Radar Gives Fresh Look at Alaska’s Unique Terrain

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North Slope of Alaska

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Asian Dust Reaches Alaska

Dust and Haze

Smoke and Fire in Alaska

Large fires continue to char Alaskan forests.

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Alaska Hit With a Hot March

The state jumped from mid-winter right into late spring, setting monthly temperature records in many cities and towns.

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Fires Across Alaska

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Alaska Charred

In 2015, wildfires in Alaska consumed an area nearly the size of New Jersey.

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Fires In Alaska and Northern Canada

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