The Quemado Ranger District on the Gila National Forest is planning to start prescribed fire operations this winter, continuing through the winter as weather conditions allow and pending all required approvals. We use prescribed fires to help reduce overgrown vegetation to help protect local communities, infrastructure and natural resources from wildfires. Prescribed fires planned for […]
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Gila National Forest to begin prescribed fires near Mimbres
December 9, 2025 
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The Wilderness Ranger District on the Gila National Forest is planning prescribed fire operations beginning Dec. 14 and continuing through the month of December, pending all required approvals and as weather conditions allow. We use prescribed fires to help reduce overgrown vegetation to help protect local communities, infrastructure and natural resources from wildfires. Prescribed fires […]
Continue readingJoin Us! SW Wildfire Awareness Week, March 24-29, 2025
March 24, 2025 0 Comments
Today kicks off the Southwest Wildfire Awareness Week. This year’s theme is “Spark Safety Not Wildfires,” focused on the three top causes of wildfires in New Mexico: 1)Debris and Open Burning, 2)Campfires, and 3)Equipment/vehicles. Recognizing that conditions in the West remain warm and dry, residents have an opportunity to take proactive steps. From the desert […]
Continue readingSpring is a time for action: SW Wildfire Awareness Week is coming
March 12, 2024 0 Comments
With the weather warming, the start of spring winds, and Southwest Wildfire Awareness Week at the end of the month, now is the time for residents of the southwest to take proactive steps against destructive wildfire. From the desert to the bosque to the mountains, individuals and communities shouldn’t feel helpless; they can learn how […]
Continue readingPrevent Equipment Ignitions: SW Wildfire Awareness Week
March 28, 2023 0 Comments
At home or work, maintain spark arresters on chainsaws, generators, and other small equipment. One less spark, one less wildfire! (NMfireinfo.com) #PreventWildfires #NMFire #SouthwestWildfireAwarenessWeek
Continue readingPrevent Vehicle Ignitions: SW Wildfire Awareness Week
March 28, 2023 0 Comments
Is your vehicle road-worthy? Prevent wildfires by performing a pre-trip vehicle check. Ensure optimal tire pressure & secure tow chains, so they won’t drag. One Less Spark, One Less Wildfire. Learn more at https://goo.gl/kCkMQH #OneLessSparkNM #SouthwestWildfireAwarenessWeek
Continue readingBlack Fire Daily Update – May 30, 2022
May 30, 2022 0 Comments
Containment Increases on the Black Fire Despite Windy Conditions Daily Update 5/30/2022 Acres: 241,403 acres Location: 31 miles NW of Truth or Consequences Containment: 26% Personnel: 753 Start Date: Friday, May 13, 2022 Cause: Human-caused, under investigation Fuels: Timber and tall grass Structures Lost: 2 Overview: A real-time, interactive evacuation map is now available. The map provides current information on evacuation […]
Continue readingBlack Fire Update – May 29, 2022
May 29, 2022 0 Comments
Red flag conditions continue New interactive evacuation map available Daily Update 5/29/2022 Acres: 228,311 acres Location: 31 miles NW of Truth or Consequences Containment: 19% Personnel: 756 Start Date: Friday, May 13, 2022 Cause: Human-caused, under investigation Fuels: Timber and tall grass Structures Lost: 2 Overview: A new evacuation Area 12 has been added to […]
Continue readingBlack Fire Evening Update – Updated Evacuations for March 28, 2022
May 28, 2022 0 Comments
Evacuation levels changing again Afternoon Update 5/28/2022 Announcement: Effective immediately, the Black Fire is implementing additional evacuations. In coordination with Sierra County Sheriff’s Office, the evacuation status for the following area have changed: Area 3: The northern most one-mile-wide piece is now in a GO evacuation. This includes the Murden property. The following areas are under […]
Continue readingBlack Fire Daily Update – May 28, 2022
May 28, 2022 0 Comments
Additional Evacuations Ordered Progress Made on the West and Northeast Sides of the Black Fire Daily Update 5/28/2022 Acres: 212,118 acres Location: 31 miles NW of Truth or Consequences Containment: 18% Personnel: 806 Start Date: Friday, May 13, 2022 Cause: Human-caused, under investigation Fuels: Timber and tall grass Structures Lost: 2 Overview: On the evacuation map, Area 11 that was in […]
Continue reading Black Fire Daily Update: 5/27/22
May 27, 2022 0 Comments
Firefighters working day and night to contain the Black FireCritical fire weather anticipated through the weekend Acres: 191,459 acres Location: 31 miles NW of Truth or Consequences Containment: 13% Personnel: 784 Start Date: Friday, May 13, 2022 Cause: Human-caused, under investigation Fuels: Timber and tall grass Structures Lost: 2 Overview: The Black Fire has over […]
Continue readingBlack Fire Daily Update: 5/26/22
May 26, 2022 0 Comments
Acres: 179,539 acres Containment: 13% Location: 31 miles NW of Truth or Consequences Personnel: 777 Structures Lost: 2 Fuels: Timber and tall grass Cause: Human-caused, under investigation Overview: Personnel conducted firing operations along Turkey Creek Road to keep the fire south of State Highway 59 and west of State Highway 52. The rugged nature, inaccessible […]
Continue readingAmended Stage II Fire Restrictions for Gila National Forest – Effective May 24, 2022
May 26, 2022 0 Comments
Gila National Forest Amends Stage II Fire Restriction Order Silver City, NM, May 24—With the Gila National Forest experiencing a very active fire season during unprecedented drought conditions, forest leadership has taken steps to decrease the chances of additional human-caused wildfires. The forest has amended the stage two fire restriction order, implemented initially on May […]
Continue readingBlack Fire Evacuation Update – 8 p.m. May 25, 2022
May 25, 2022 0 Comments
Additional evacuations issued on the Black Fire Afternoon Update 5/25/2022 8:00 pm Announcement: Effective immediately, the Black Fire is implementing additional evacuations. Evacuations: In coordination with Grant County Sheriff’s Office, the evacuation status for the following areas have changed: Area 8: The area east of Forest Road 150 is now in a GO evacuation. The area […]
Continue readingBlack Fire Update – May 25, 2022
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Evacuations updated as containment steadily increases; Warming trend will bring active fire behavior Daily Update 5/25/2022 Acres: 167,378 acres Location: 31 miles NW of Truth or Consequences Containment: 14% Personnel: 747 Start Date: Friday, May 13, 2022 Cause: Human-caused, under investigation Fuels: Timber and tall grass Structures Lost: 2 Evacuation Update: Effective at 10 pm, Tuesday, May 24, 2022, additional evacuations […]
Continue readingBlack Fire Update – May 24, 2022
May 24, 2022 0 Comments
Active Fire Behavior Continues; Red Flag Warning Issued Today Daily Update 5/24/2022 Acres: 154,911 acres Location: 31 miles NW of Truth or Consequences Containment: 11% Personnel: 646 Start Date: Friday, May 13, 2022 Cause: Human caused, under investigation Fuels: Timber and tall grass Structures Lost: 2 Overview: There is red flag warning in effect today from 12 pm-8 pm. A shift […]
Continue readingBlack Fire Update – May 23, 2022
May 23, 2022 0 Comments
Cloud Cover to Cause Increased Smoke on Black Fire Community Meeting will be held tonight at the Winston Country Church at 7pm Daily Update 5/23/2022 Acres: 146,679 acres Location: 31 miles NW of Truth or Consequences Containment: 8% Personnel: 661 Start Date: Friday, May 13, 2022 Cause: Human caused, under investigation Fuels: Timber and tall grass Structures Lost: 2 Announcement: There will […]
Continue readingAdditional Evacuations Issued on the Black Fire – 5/22/2022 4:00 p.m.
May 22, 2022 0 Comments
Announcement: Effective immediately, additional evacuations have been implemented due to the Black Fire. Evacuations: In coordination with Catron, and Sierra counties, the evacuation status for the following areas have changed: An additional portion of Area 1 has been moved to GO. Starting from Taylor Peak northeast to Kline Mountain, then east to Turkey Creek, following the Bear Creek […]
Continue readingBlack Fire Public Meeting in Winston on Monday (5/23/2022) at 7 p.m.
May 22, 2022 0 Comments
Black Fire Public Meeting on Monday (5/23/2022) at 7 p.m. There will be a Public Meeting for the Black Fire on Monday, May 23 at 7 p.m. at the Winston Country Church (2899 Highway 52, Winston, NM 87943). Please note, if you would like to sit during the meeting, please bring your own chair.
Continue readingBlack Fire Daily Update – May 22, 2022
May 22, 2022 0 Comments
Firefighters increase containment; Cause under investigationDaily Update 5/22/2022 Acres: 130,224 acresLocation: 31 miles NW of Truth or ConsequencesContainment: 6%Personnel: 616Start Date: Friday, May 13, 2022Cause: Human caused, under investigationFuels: Timber and tall grassStructures Lost: 2Overview: The Black Fire is human caused and law enforcement is Investigating. Firefighting resources have been working to suppress this fire […]
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