The agreement was signed Monday by Gov. Mike Dunleavy and POSCO International President and CEO Lee Kye-in, establishing a framework for cooperation between Alaska and the global company.

Fire investigators have determined that an escaped campfire caused the Killey River Fire.

The governor warned the legislation would shift future pension liabilities back to the state and participating employers, potentially creating obligations that would not become fully apparent for years.

The meeting brought together representatives connected to the project, including investors, lenders, contractors, suppliers, and executives from Glenfarne, the lead developer of the Alaska LNG project.

The case could have implications for future development, permitting, and regulatory processes in Arctic and coastal regions of Alaska where federal habitat protections apply.

The company confirmed oil is now flowing through the Lease Automated Custody Transfer (LACT) meter into the Pikka sales oil line as part of the project’s startup and commissioning process.

Crews are contending with standing dead trees and tangled downed timber inside the footprint of the 2014 Funny River Fire.

Residents near Mile 17 Funny River Road may notice increased helicopter activity.

Officials say the suspension will remain in effect until conditions improve.

Affected communities include Kenai, Soldotna, Sterling, Nikiski, Cooper Landing, Seward, Moose Pass, Homer, Anchor Point, Ninilchik, Clam Gulch, Hope, Girdwood, and Anchorage, among others.