Santa Fe National Forest actively suppresses new fire start

Alamo Springs Wildfire located in Jemez Ranger District

Santa Fe National Forest (SFNF) fire managers were notified of a new wildfire start, named the Alamo Springs Wildfire, located in the Jemez Ranger District, west of State Highway 4 and north of Rincon Fishing Site on Forest Service land, the morning of Thursday July 11, 2024.

The wildfire is less than an acre (.36) and, although cause is undetermined, lightning was detected in the area last night. Smoke may be visible from State Highway 4 and the management strategy is full suppression. The wildfire has low spread potential, creeping and smoldering in oak brush and ponderosa pine. Two fire units are on scene, including an engine. Currently, the Alamo Springs Wildfire poses no threat to people or property.

This will be the only update provided unless fire behavior significantly changes. To learn more about fire management visit the SFNF website, NM Fire Information, and SFNF social media pages (Facebook and X).

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