Lampbright Fire – Grant County – June 22, 2021

The Lampbright Fire, located on private land north of Highway 152 and west of Mimbres in Grant County, is now 30% contained and remains estimated at 42 acres. Fire activity is moderate with no new growth reported. Today crews will continue to mop up hot spots and secure containment lines. More than 40 personnel from the Forestry Division and USDA Forest Service are working to suppress the Lampbright Fire.

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.

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 Threatened: Yes

Structures Burned: No

Evacuations: No

Media contact:

Wendy Mason
Wildfire Prevention & Communications Coordinator
Energy, Minerals & Natural Resources Department – Forestry Division

wendy.mason@state.nm.us