Moser Fire Update, May 24, 2024

Cause: Unknown, Under Investigation

Size: 96 acres

Location: 4 miles east of Cloudcroft

Resources: 1 Hotshot Crew, 1 Type 2 Crew, multi-agency engines, Volunteer Fire Department Crews

Types of vegetation in the area (aka fuels): Mixed Conifer

Containment: 75%

Strategy: Full Suppression

Road Closures: None

Smoke: Light

Evacuations: None

Update: The Moser Fire has increased to 75% containment and remains at 96 acres. 

Crews continue to monitor lines and look for hot spots and ensure the fire line is secure, moving directly within the perimeter to continue control measures.

With the upcoming anticipated wind events, crews will focus on ensuring hotspots are addressed and all lines are secure. Crews will remain on scene throughout tomorrow, when red flag conditions are expected in the area.

Glowing hotspots may be visible within the secured lines in the evening, which is normal and to be expected after an incident – it is not cause for alarm.

More Information:

Facebook: www.facebook.com/LincolnNationalForest

NM Fire Info: www.NMFireInfo.com

InciWeb: https://inciweb.wildfire.gov/incident-information/nmlnf-moser-fire-2024

You can expect another update tomorrow, May 25, 2024.