May 11, 2026 
Six Mile Fire – Magdalena Ranger District
Reported start date: May 8, 2026
Cause: Undetermined
Percent contained: 0%
Size: 394 acres
Personnel: 129
Location: Mountainous terrain of Magdalena Mountains on the Magdalena Ranger District – New Mexico on the Cibola National Forest & National Grasslands.
Magdalena, NM – May 11, 2026 — Firefighters continue suppression efforts on the Six Mile Fire using a combination of direct and indirect tactics in steep, remote terrain on the Magdalena Ranger District of the Cibola National Forest & National Grasslands. Fire behavior remained active but was slowed by aerial resources conducting retardant and water drops along perimeters. The Albuquerque Zone Type 3 Incident Management Team will assume command over the fire tomorrow at 0700.
Operations: Firefighters continued work along Forest Road 235 and preparing trails north and south of the fire area to aid in containment efforts yesterday. Hotshot crews are scouting multiple areas around the fire perimeter to identify safe access points and opportunities for containment line construction. Three crews are being inserted into the fire area today to continue prepping and strengthening containment lines in rugged terrain. Medical teams arrived yesterday and will remain positioned near crews working in remote conditions to support firefighter safety and provide rapid emergency response capability if needed.
Resources: 4 Interagency Hotshot crews, 2 Fire Modules, Air attack, 2 Type 1 Helicopters, 2 Type 3 Helicopters, several Large Air Tankers and additional aerial resources by request.
Values at risk: The Six Mile Fire is not a threat to any communities, and there are no evacuations in effect. The Langmuir Observatory, which is in the vicinity, is not currently threatened but remains at risk.
Closures: A closure order is in effect for multiple trails within the fire area. Refer to the attached closure order, map, and the Cibola National Forest website for further details. https://www.fs.usda.gov/r03/cibola/alerts.
Safety: The health and safety of firefighters and the public are always the first priority. Drivers are reminded to use caution on roads in and around the fire area. Fire equipment and personnel will be operating on area road systems, and the public should remain aware of current and upcoming area closures associated with suppression activities. Drones pose a serious risk to firefighting. The public is reminded that “If you fly, we can’t!”
Smoke may be visible along Highway 60 west of as well as from Interstate 25. Smoke-sensitive individuals and people with respiratory problems or heart disease are encouraged to take precautionary measures. An interactive smoke map at https://fire.airnow.gov/ allows you to zoom into your area to see the latest smoke conditions.
Weather: Warm and dry conditions are expected to continue with afternoon winds influencing fire behavior during peak burning periods. https://www.weather.gov/
Additional updates will be sent as new information is received.
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