Lincoln National Forest: New Fire Start Near Scott Abel Canyon

Jurisdiction: Sacramento Ranger District, Lincoln National Forest

Size: 0.25 acre

Cause: Lightning

Date Detected: 8/18/20

Location: In the vicinity of Scott Abel Canyon

Fuel Type: Mix Conifer

Values at Risk: Unknown

Fire Update: Firefighters are responding to a 0.25-acre fire in the vicinity of Scott Abel Canyon. Smoke is visible from Timberon, NM. More information will be released as it becomes available.

PIO: Laura Rabon, 575-434-7290 laura.rabon@usda.gov