Albuquerque, NM, July 7, 2017 – Crews worked until late yesterday evening constructing containment lines on the north and south edges of the North Crest Fire.  They also removed numerous dead standing trees, also known as snags that were posing a threat to firefighters.  Fire behavior moderated somewhat yesterday afternoon.  More accurate mapping last night […]

As of July 4th, the Bonita Fire on the El Rito Ranger District of the Carson National Forest is 100% contained and remains at 7,495 acres.  Two engines continue to patrol and monitor the fire area, and conduct repair work on firelines. As of July 5th all roads in the Bonita Fire area are open, […]

Albuquerque, NM, July 6, 2017 – Crews made good progress today constructing fire line and using natural barriers to begin containing the North Crest Fire.  The fire is burning in heavy mixed conifer fuels approximately ¾ mile north of the communication towers on the Sandia Crest.  A full suppression strategy is being used, but heavy […]

Albuquerque, NM, July 6, 2017 – Crews are still arriving on scene at the North Crest Fire and a full suppression strategy is being used.  The Crest Highway is closed at the 10K Recreation Site and only emergency vehicles are allowed to travel beyond that point to Sandia Crest.  All of the trailheads and backcountry […]

The North Crest Fire at the top of the Sandia Mountain range is estimated at 15 to 20 acres. The fire is burning in steep terrain on The Sandia Ranger District in the Cibola National Forest. There are communication towers to the South of the fire, but no structures are threatened at this time. Ground […]

The Tiffany Fire south of Socorro remains 79% contained and approximately 9,200 acres. Today crews will continue to work on securing the fire perimeter. Interior smoke may be visible as pockets of vegetation burn out. Full containment is expected next week.  Temperatures today will be in the upper 90s with winds in the afternoon from the southeast. The Fort […]

The Tiffany Fire is approximately 9,200 acres and 79% contained.  The burnout operation in Tiffany Basin was successful and crews will work today to secure the fire perimeter in that area.  Progress was also made near Fort Craig, which is expected to reopen Saturday (7/8).  Helicopters continue to support ground resources with critical water drops.  Weather conditions […]

Fireworks are suspected in a wildfire that has burned at least 2 homes in Cuba, NM. The fire is 2 miles East of Highway 126 and estimated at 6 acres. The spread of fire has been stopped. No other homes are threatened. While firefighters battle the flames from the ground a USFS helicopter is dropping […]

An significant increase in smoke will occur today on the Tiffany Fire South of Socorro. Fire managers will be conducting an approximately 1,200 acre burnout operation in the Tiffany Basin area.  Aerial ignitions will occur via helicopter, bringing the fire edge to an area that firefighters can access safely and ensure containment in that area.  […]

Fire officials in New Mexico would like everyone to enjoy and celebrate the holiday safely.  It’s important to know that fireworks may be legal to buy in New Mexico but are not legal to use everywhere in the state. Know Before You Go: Check with local authorities for legal and safe places to use fireworks. […]

The Tiffany Fire South of Socorro is now 40% contained and estimated at 6,495 acres. The Fort Craig Historic Site is temporarily closed to the public. No structures are threatened.  There is some potential for spotting outside the fire area from unburned pockets throughout the fire. Burnout operations may occur this afternoon (7/3) in Tiffany […]

No new growth occurred on the fire perimeter yesterday.  The fire remains at 6,488 acres and 32% contained.  Helicopters continue to support ground resources with critical water drops.  Containment has been hampered by extreme fire conditions and difficult access.  Burnout operations may occur, temporarily producing more smoke.  No structures are threatened.  Weather conditions are expected […]

Firefighters are continuing suppression efforts on the Whitman Fire, which is now at 300 acres. The fire, caused by lightning and reported June 28, is burning between the Whitman Vega pasture and Forest Road #1950 on the Valle Vidal Unit of the Questa Ranger District. Operations, today, continue to focus on establishing a control line […]

Firefighters are continuing suppression efforts on the Whitman Fire, which is now at 300 acres. The fire, caused by lightning and reported June 28, is burning between the Whitman Vega pasture and Forest Road #1950 on the Valle Vidal Unit of the Questa Ranger District. Operations, today, continue to focus on establishing a control line […]

The Tiffany Fire is currently 6,488 acres and 32% contained.  The reduction in acreage is due to more accurate infrared mapping.  Crews made progress on the fire yesterday (6/30) with critical aerial support from helicopter water drops.  Burnout operations have been completed near a power transmission line and crews will work to secure the area […]

Maps and photos will be posted to Inciweb (https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/5302/). For additional information you call the Fire Information Line: 575-322-2503 (8am-8pm daily) or email us at TiffanyFire2017@gmail.com.

Firefighters are continuing suppression efforts on the Whitman Fire, which is now at 300 acres. The fire, caused by lightning and reported June 28, is burning between the Whitman Vega pasture and Forest Road #1950 on the Valle Vidal Unit of the Questa Ranger District. Operations, today, continue to focus on establishing a control line […]