The Lampbright Fire, located on private land north of Highway 152 and west of Mimbres in Grant County, is currently estimated at 42 acres. The fire is smoldering with moderate activity and very little growth. Today crews will continue to mop up hot spots and establish and strengthen containment lines. Approximately 30 personnel from the Forestry Division and USDA Forest Service are working to suppress this fire. Lightning started Lampbright Fire on June 20, 2021.
Start Date & Time: 6/20/21 @ 1510
Start Location: North of Highway 152, west of Mimbres, Grant County
Latitude: 32 deg 50.023 min
Longitude: 107 deg 59.547 min
Cause of Fire: lightning
Area Vegetation: pinon/juniper and grass
Acres Burned: 42
Ownership(s): Private
Structures Burned: No
Evacuations: No
Individuals sensitive to wildfire smoke should take precautions and use the New Mexico Department of Health 5-3-1 Visibility Method to determine if it’s safe to be outside. Learn more at https://nmtracking.org/environment/air/FireAndSmoke.html.
Media contact:
Wendy Mason
Wildfire Prevention & Communications Coordinator
Energy, Minerals & Natural Resources Department – Forestry Division
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