A massive fire was seen from the Mat-Su College campus in Palmer, Alaska on Monday, sparking fears among locals there.
The Glenn Massay Theater, which is at 8295 E College Drive on the university campus, expressed gratitude to the hard working forestry personnel and firefighters that helped to spot, manage, and put out fires in their community and state.
The fire was reported just before 3pm and contained by just after 5pm. It's a dangerous time of year, and the community is being urged to be aware and safe.
Several people shared photos of the Palmer fire, with black smoke visible rising to the sky. One person questioned whether the blaze was contained, but clarified that 'contained' means the fire is under control and not spreading.
The fire could be seen from many parts of Palmer, including the Blueberry knoll, and smoke was visible from as far as the Palmer Wasilla intersection by Fred Meyer's.
