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Reminder: Register for Wildland Urban Fire Summit!
September 24, 2020 
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Public Input Needed for Santa Fe County Community Wildfire Protection Plan
August 25, 2020 0 Comments
The Santa Fe County Fire Department is still seeking public input for the Community Wildfire Protection Plan (CWPP) update. Current wildfire activity underscores how important public input is to these planning efforts. Due to restrictions on public gatherings as a result of Covid-19, the County has chosen to use an interactive website, or story map, […]
Continue readingSanta Fe County Seeking Input on Community Wildfire Protection Plan Update
July 30, 2020 0 Comments
The Santa Fe County Fire Department is developing a Community Wildfire Protection Plan (CWPP) update and is looking for your input. Due to restrictions on public gatherings as a result of Covid-19, the County has chosen to use an interactive website, or story map, as the primary tool to share information and gather input for […]
Continue reading BLM prescribed burn planned in Lincoln County
July 30, 2020 0 Comments
Beginning in August, the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) will be conducting prescribed burn operations about 10 miles northeast of Ruidoso and 6 miles southeast of Capitan in Lincoln County. The 206-acre Pershing slash pile unit is located within the Fort Stanton-Snowy River Cave National Conservation Area. This operation is weather dependent and will take […]
Continue readingBLM Rescinds Seasonal Fire Restrictions in NM
July 27, 2020 0 Comments
With Increasing moisture and higher humidity statewide, correlating to reduced fire danger, the Bureau of Land Management is terminating seasonal fire restrictions in New Mexico enacted by Fire Prevention Order #NM910-20-02. Beginning July 28 at 8:00 a.m., the restrictions are rescinded on all lands administered by the Bureau of Land Management within the State of […]
Continue reading NM Wildland Urban Virtual Fire Summit – Call for Presentations
July 24, 2020 0 Comments
The New Mexico Wildland Urban Fire Virtual Summit planning committee is soliciting presentations for the upcoming summit to be held October 22-23, 2020. This year’s theme is “All Lands, All Neighbors (for wildfire resilience.” If you are interested in submitting a proposal, please email awebb@nmcounties.org for more information on how to submit a proposal. The […]
Continue readingWildfire Wednesdays #17 – Living with Fire and Home Hardening
July 22, 2020 0 Comments
Check out this week’s Wildfire Wednesdays with insights into protecting your home from wildfire, living in a wildfire environment and more: Bachechi Open Space Webinar Recording – Living and Adapting with Fire, presented by FACNM blog writer Gabe Kohler of the Forest Stewards Guild Pinon Juniper Synthesis – Ecology, Ecohydrology, Restoration, and Management Upcoming Home […]
Continue reading Observe Firework Restrictions to Prevent Wildfires
June 29, 2020 0 Comments
As you celebrate this Independence Day, remember that fireworks are prohibited on all federal lands and many other jurisdictions in New Mexico. Check with your local fire department and at firerestrictions.us/nm. With the dry conditions we’re experiencing, it only takes one spark for the entire holiday to go up in smoke! #PreventWildfires #NMFire #RecreateResponsibly
Continue readingFire Restrictions Still In Effect in NM, June 22, 2020
June 22, 2020 0 Comments
As you plan your summer activities, Know Before You Go and check for specific fire restrictions for the area you plan to visit on FireRestrictions.us/nm. Campfires are restricted but there are fun alternatives you can check out. Today, the BLM issued a press release nationally asking for everyone’s help in the prevention of wildfires. Whether […]
Continue reading What is a Red Flag Warning?
June 17, 2020 0 Comments
This week’s Wildfire Wednesdays from FACNM discusses Red Flag Warnings and how to find out when one is in effect. Remember that while these are special National Weather Service designations indicating weather conditions with potential for extreme burning, almost any given day in NM can be hot, dry and windy, so always be cautious with […]
Continue readingFACNM Wildfire Wednesdays #11
June 11, 2020 0 Comments
If you missed this week’s Wildfire Wednesdays #11 from Fire Adapted Communities New Mexico, you can still check it out. Find out where to go for current wildfire information, access a recording of a webinar on a new Wildfire Risk to Communities map viewer, and learn how to be a part of the next NM […]
Continue readingIn Case You Missed It: Wildfire Wednesdays #10
June 4, 2020 0 Comments
In case you missed it, check out this week’s Wildfire Wednesday’s blog post to learn about the powerful ways that community leaders can work together with land management agencies to prepare for and mitigate the effects of wildfire and find resources to help your community! https://facnm.org/news/2020/6/3/wildfire-wednesdays-10
Continue readingThis Memorial Day: Recreate Safely to Prevent Wildfires
May 22, 2020 0 Comments
Click Share and Help Prevent Wildfire: We all need your help to prevent wildfires this summer. The statewide average of human-caused wildfires in New Mexico is 48% of all wildfires and most of these fires can be prevented. Don’t drag chains, check spark arrestors on vehicles and equipment and for information about preventing wildfires over Memorial Day Weekend, […]
Continue readingLatest news from Fire Adapted NM Learning Network
May 21, 2020 0 Comments
In case you missed it, you can still get caught up on the Wildfire Wednesdays e-newletter from Fire Adapted NM Learning Network. You can join the network and received updates directly!
Continue readingDo Your Part, Don’t Let Wildfires Start
May 21, 2020 0 Comments
Click Share and Help Prevent Wildfire: Firefighters and first responders are needed more than ever to keep America safe. Prevent wildfires by following fire restrictions, postponing debris burning, and using campfire alternatives. #recreateresponsibly #preventwildfire #nmfire #fireadaptednm
Continue reading This Memorial Day – Know Before You Go
May 20, 2020 0 Comments
Click Share and Help Prevent Wildfire: Know Before You Go! Before you make plans to have any smores over the campfire check for current fire restrictions. For more information, call the Fire Restrictions Hotline: 1-877-864-6985 or visit https://firerestrictions.us/nm/. #recreateresponsibly #preventwildfire #nmfire #fireadaptednm
Continue readingBLM New Mexico enacts fire restrictions statewide
May 19, 2020 0 Comments
Due to increasing fire danger and to prevent human-caused ignitions, the Bureau of Land Management will implement fire restrictions on BLM-managed lands in New Mexico beginning May 20 at 12:01 a.m. Prohibitions include: use of campfires or charcoal; smoking outside of a vehicle, enclosed building, or areas free of flammable materials; fireworks and pyrotechnic devices; […]
Continue readingHardening Your Home from Wildfire
May 18, 2020 0 Comments
Take time to make your property more resistant to wildfire. Research shows that reducing flammable material around homes and “hardening your home” before a fire occurs, will greatly improve your outcome in the event of a wildfire and keep firefighters safe. If you missed the recent webinar on the Home Ignition Zone and steps you […]
Continue readingNews from Fire Adapted New Mexico Learning Network: May 14, 2020
May 14, 2020 0 Comments
https://facnm.org/news/2020/5/13/wildfire-wednesdays-7 In case you missed it, be sure to check out this week’s Wildfire Wednesday from Fire Adapted Communities New Mexico (FACNM). With the sunny days and high winds this spring we’ve seen more and more Red Flag (high fire danger) days and a few wildfires starting across New Mexico. With fire danger increasing, it’s […]
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