8/20/19 4:00 pm Sterling Highway is still open.

The highway is open but pilot cars MAY BE used to escort traffic in alternating directions with flaggers at either 

end of the affected area between MP53 and MP75.  Alaska State Troopers will be patrolling the area and 

monitoring traffic. Motorists are advised to proceed cautiously through the affected area, drive with their lights on 

and watch for firefighting personnel working in the area. If conditions change, travel could be halted again.