Location: Uvas Mountains on BLM Land, approximately 11 miles SW of Hatch, NM and 18 miles N of Interstate 10 between Deming and Las Cruces, NM. Detected: June 6, 2020 Cause: Lightning Vegetation: Grass, brush and Pinon Juniper Current size: Estimated 628 acres Percent contained: 10% Summary: The Uvas Fire was started by lightning from […]
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BLM Las Cruces District – Uvas Fire Update, June 7, 8:00 pm
June 7, 2020 
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Uvas Fire Update – June 7, 2020 – 8:00 pm Location: Uvas Mountains on BLM Land, approximately 10 miles SSW of Hatch, NM and 18 miles N of Interstate 10 between Deming and Las Cruces, NM. Date detected: June 6, 2020 at 3:41 pm Current size: Estimated 628 acres Percent contained: 10% Cause: Lightning Vegetation: […]
Continue readingBLM Las Cruces District – Uvas Fire Update, June 7, 1:00 pm
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Uvas Fire Update – June 7, 2020 – 1:00 pm Location: Uvas Mountains on BLM Land, approximately 10 miles SSW of Hatch, NM and 18 miles N of Interstate 10 between Deming and Las Cruces, NM. Date detected: June 6, 2020 at 3:41 pm Current size: Estimated at 75 – 100 acres Percent contained: 0% […]
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 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 […]
Continue readingWildfire Preparedness: May 10, 2020
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#ReadyForWildfire: Let’s start a trend and reduce the number of human-caused wildfires in New Mexico. Do your part to prevent wildfires.
Continue readingWildfire Preparedness: May 9, 2020
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Vehicles and trailers can be unintentional fire starters. If you are off-roading, remember that your exhaust system can reach temperatures over 1000°F! Driving or parking over dry grass can start wildfires. Be sure your trailer is roadworthy before heading out with good tires, greased bearings, and no dragging chains – whether it’s a car, truck, […]
Continue readingWildfire Preparedness: May 8, 2020
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Here are a few reminders when target shooting on public lands: Know before you go: Is target shooting allowed in the area you will visit? Shoot in areas free of dry vegetation—and avoid shooting on hot windy days. Avoid shooting hard objects: bullet fragments can be extremely hot and can easily start a grass fire. […]
Continue readingWildfire Preparedness: May 7, 2020
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New Mexicans often burn fields, acequias or piles of debris. Some counties in NM have issued burn bans. If allowed where you are, always get a burn permit and make sure you prepare the site, have enough water and people on hand, and never leave any fire unattended, even for a few minutes! Watch this […]
Continue readingWildfire Preparedness: May 6, 2020
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If you are working outdoors using equipment that creates sparks, please consider wildfire safety, especially the timing of your outdoor home projects! Working in the morning, ensuring at least 10 feet of clearance from dry vegetation, and having a shovel and fire extinguisher ready can prevent a wildfire. #WildfirePreparednessWeek #ReadyForWildfire
Continue readingWildfire Preparedness: May 5, 2020
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Wildfire helps many of our NM rangelands and forested areas. However, fires started at the wrong place and time can be disastrous to our communities, livelihoods, and resources. Please do your part. Take extra precaution before venturing out on public lands and be careful with anything that could start a fire. The costs of a […]
Continue readingWildfire Preparedness Week: Preventing Wildfires
May 4, 2020 0 Comments
On New Mexico’s public lands, one less spark really can mean one less wildfire. The BLM and all land management agencies need your help to prevent wildfires this spring and summer. The statewide average of human-caused wildfires is 48% of all wildfires. Most of these fires can be prevented. #ReadyForWildfire #WildfirePreparednessWeek Wildfire where you work, […]
Continue readingNFPA’s Wildfire Community Preparedness Day: May 2, 2020
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Celebrated the first Saturday in May each year, @theNFPA’s Wildfire Community Preparedness Day helps raise wildfire awareness, promote collaboration, and bring neighbors together to help protect homes, neighborhoods, and entire communities from future wildfire risk or current post-fire impacts. Get started on some of your own home projects today! To learn more, you can register […]
Continue readingInteragency Partners Emphasize Prevention and Preparedness
April 27, 2020 0 Comments
The Energy, Minerals and Natural Resources Department Forestry Division, Bureau of Indian Affairs, Bureau of Land Management, National Park Service, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, and the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Forest Service emphasize the importance of fire prevention and preparedness. Know before you go. When planning your outdoor adventure always check for local closures and restrictions, […]
Continue readingWildfire Awareness Week 2020: Check for fire restrictions before you go
March 30, 2020 0 Comments
Hot and dry outside? There may be fire restrictions in place. Check fire information and restrictions at NMFireInfo.com, @NMFireInfo, Firerestrictions.us/nm/, or call 877-864-6985. #NMFire #PreventWildfires #ReadySetGoNM #SouthwestWildfireAwarenessWeek Southwest Wildfire Awareness Week 2020
Continue readingSouthwest Wildfire Awareness Week, March 29 – April 4, 2020
March 27, 2020 0 Comments
The federal, state, and tribal partners of the Southwest Wildland Fire Prevention and Information Committee invite you to join us in promoting Southwest Wildfire Awareness Week, March 29 – April 4, 2020. This year’s theme is “When wildfire strikes will you be ready?” The messaging of the week provides actions individuals can take to prevent […]
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