MAGDALENA, NM, May 3, 2018 – Fire managers from Cibola National Forest and National Grasslands will conduct the Gallinas prescribed fire on the Magdalena Ranger District beginning Friday, May 4, 2018. The predicted forecast calls for hot, dry, and windy conditions – those needed to successfully treat pinyon-juniper forests. This treatment was planned nine years […]
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Lincoln National Forest’s Fire Danger elevates to HIGH
April 4, 2018 
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ALAMOGORDO, RUIDOSO, CLOUDCROFT, CARLSBAD, NM – As temperatures increase and drying winds become a frequent, almost daily occurrence, the potential for wildland fire starts increases significantly. Based on current weather and fuel conditions, along with the increase in visitors and recreational activities on the Forest, the Fire Danger Rating will be elevated to HIGH, effective […]
Continue readingSouthwest Wildfire Awareness Week March 25-31, 2018
March 12, 2018 0 Comments
The federal, state, and tribal partners of the Southwest Prevention and Information Committee invite you to join us in promoting Southwest Wildfire Awareness Week, March 25-31, 2018. This year’s theme is “Wildfire: It’s not a matter of if, but when. Prepare now.” The focus of the week is to promote actions that prevent human caused […]
Continue readingMagdalena Ranger District Planning Gallinas Prescribed Burn
March 2, 2018 0 Comments
MAGDALENA, NM, March 1, 2018 – The Magdalena Ranger District is planning a prescribed burn to improve wildlife habitat and forest health. The Gallinas Prescribed Burn is expected to begin sometime this spring and continue for as long as weather and fuel moisture conditions are favorable. Up to 3,400 acres will be treated in the […]
Continue readingLincoln National Forest – Prescribed Fire Update for Smokey Bear Ranger District – 01/10/18, 9:00 am
January 9, 2018 0 Comments
Prescribed Fire Update: January 10, 2018 – NO IGNITIONS PLANNED FOR TODAY! Firefighters will be patrolling and monitoring the Grindstone Mesa prescribed fire project today. Today’s weather forecast calls for higher precipitation and increased humidity which would not allow for successful ignition operations. Firefighters will continue to evaluate weather conditions (on a daily basis) over […]
Continue readingLincoln National Forest – Prescribed fire update – 7/23/17 4:00 pm – 170 acres treated today on Carissa project on Sacramento District
July 23, 2017 0 Comments
Prescribed Fire Update – 7/23/17 4:00 pm – Firefighters have completed ignition operations for today (7/23) on the Carissa project. They were able to treat 170 acres today (7/23). Prescribed Fire Update – 7/23/17 12:30 pm – Ignitions are underway on the Carissa prescribed fire project on the Sacramento District. Smoke may be visible as firefighters ignite slash piles. […]
Continue readingCibola NF & National Grasslands – Taylor Canyon Fire Update – 07/14/2017
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Magdalena, NM; July 14, 2017 – For Immediate Release – The Taylor Canyon Fire, located on the Magdalena Ranger District, is now at 4,728 acres. The lightning-caused fire started on July 6 and is located in Taylor Canyon, 55 miles west of Magdalena, NM, in the San Mateo Mountains. “Safety of the fire fighter […]
Continue readingCibola NF & National Grasslands – Taylor Canyon Fire Update – 07/13/17
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Magdalena, NM; July 13, 2017 – For Immediate Release – The Taylor Canyon Fire, located on the Magdalena Ranger District, is now at 4,336 acres. The lightning-caused fire started on July 6 and is located in Taylor Canyon, 55 miles west of Magdalena, NM, in the San Mateo Mountains. Increase in fire size today […]
Continue readingCibola NF & National Grasslands – Magdalena Ranger District Taylor Canyon Fire Update-7/10/2017
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Magdalena, NM; July 10, 2017 – For Immediate Release – The Taylor Canyon Fire, located on the Magdalena Ranger District, is 60 acres in size with approximately 20 assigned personnel. Resources include one Wildland Fire Module, four Type 6 Engines, and one Type 3 Helicopter. The lightning-caused fire started on July 6 and is located […]
Continue readingCibola NF & National Grasslands – Magdalena Ranger District Taylor Canyon Fire Update – 07/09/2017
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Taylor Canyon Fire Starts on the Magdalena Ranger District Magdalena, NM; July 9, 2017 – For Immediate Release. The Taylor Canyon Fire, located on the Magdalena Ranger District, is 60 acres in size with approximately 20 assigned personnel. Resources include one Wildland Fire Module, four Type 6 Engines, and one Type 3 Helicopter. The lightning-caused […]
Continue readingLincoln National Forest – 5/31/17 1:15 pm Prescribed Fire Update – Lucas Well Pile Burn Project: Ignitions on hold
May 31, 2017 0 Comments
Smokey Bear Ranger District – Lucas Well Pile Burn project located 9 miles east of Ruidoso Prescribed Fire Update -5/31/17 1:15pm – Piles are burning well. Firefighters will not resume ignition operations until more humidity or precipitation is forecasted. Possibly will wait for onset of monsoons to resume ignitions. The primary objectives of this prescribed […]
Continue reading Are Potential Wildfire Dangers Lurking Around Your Home?
May 31, 2017 0 Comments
Wildfire season is nearly upon us but it doesn’t have to be a disaster. While New Mexico State Forestry and its interagency partners are well prepared for the season, the little things you do now can make a big difference. Our friends at PNM have some tips on how simply trimming your trees could help prevent […]
Continue readingLincoln National Forest – Soldier Prescribed Fire FINAL UPDATE – 5/6/17 7:30 PM – All ignition operations completed – 4,300 acres treated with Prescribed Fire
May 6, 2017 0 Comments
Guadalupe Ranger District – Soldier Prescribed Fire (Lat: 32.0817 x Long. -104.7731) 4,300 acres, broadcast burn. Located 40 miles southwest of Carlsbad and about 5 miles south of Queen, NM. CURRENT UPDATES/NOTICES: Prescribed Fire FINAL UPDATE – 5/6/17 – 7:30 pm: Firefighters treated an additional 1300 acres today using hand and aerial ignitions. To date, firefighters have […]
Continue readingLincoln National Forest – 04/16/17 – 6:30 pm Prescribed Fire Update
April 16, 2017 0 Comments
Prescribed Fire Update – 04/16/17 – 6:30 pm: Firefighters successfully treated 150 acres today on the Wet Burnt Prescribed Fire project, located north of Mayhill. Today’s staffing (firefighting resources) included 3 BLM engines, 5 Forest Service engines and one Interagency Hotshot Crew. Total number of personnel: 55. Firefighters will return to the project tomorrow to […]
Continue readingLincoln National Forest – HIGH describes current Fire Danger for the Forest
April 12, 2017 0 Comments
ALAMOGORDO, RUIDOSO, CLOUDCROFT, CARLSBAD, NM – With the increase in hotter temperatures and drying winds over the past few days, drier fuel moistures have escalated the potential for an increase unwanted wildland fire starts. Based on current weather and fuel conditions and the increase in public and recreational activities within the Forest during the upcoming weeks, […]
Continue readingDragging vehicle tow chains can spark a wildfire. Spark a change, not a wildfire. #OneLessSpark
April 1, 2017 0 Comments
Dragging vehicle tow chains can spark a wildfire. Spark a change, not a wildfire. http://bit.ly/SecureTowChains
Continue readingKnow before you go. Check fire info and restrictions at http://NMFireInfo.com or call 1-877-864-6985 #OneLessSpark
March 31, 2017 0 Comments
Know before you go. Check http://NMFireInfo.com for fire information and restrictions or call the Southwest Fire Restrictions and Closures Hotline at 1-877-864-6985.
Continue readingParking over tall, dry grass can spark a wildfire. Spark a change, not a wildfire. #OneLessSpark
March 29, 2017 0 Comments
Parking over tall, dry grass can spark a wildfire. Spark a change, not a wildfire. http://bit.ly/TallDryGrass
Continue readingMaintain your spark arrestor and don’t run power equipment on windy days. #OneLessSpark
March 28, 2017 0 Comments
Maintain your spark arrestor and don’t run power equipment on windy days. http://bit.ly/OneLessSparkNM
Continue readingLincoln National Forest’s Fire Danger Rating: MODERATE (3/2/17)
March 2, 2017 0 Comments
ALAMOGORDO, RUIDOSO, CLOUDCROFT, CARLSBAD, NM – A combination of low moisture, long term effects of persistent drought, winds and increasingly warm weather in southern New Mexico has prompted Lincoln National Forest fire officials to rate the current fire danger as MODERATE. All fire danger rating signs on the Lincoln National Forest will be displaying MODERATE […]
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