Smokey Bear Ranger District crew, along with other agencies, are responding to a wildfire in Kyle Harrison Canyon, along Highway 246 near mile-marker 22. The fire is located on Lincoln National Forest land, and is currently 5-10 acres in size. This is the first report, we will continue to update the public. UPDATE (5/3/23 6:19 […]

The Bureau of Land Management New Mexico (BLM NM) Albuquerque District Office is seeking highly qualified and motivated individuals for the Rio Puerco Wildland Fire Module located in Albuquerque, NM. Job announcements are open now and close May 15, 2023. Two module members are being hired at this time. See below for announcement number and application […]

With the start of the 2023 wildfire season in New Mexico and Wildfire Community Preparedness Day on Saturday May 6th, it is vital to have an emergency kit and an evacuation plan in place for you and your family. The 2023 Wildfire Preparedness is Year-Round campaign that provides monthly wildfire preparedness tasks that follow the […]

on the Magdalena & Mt. Taylor Ranger Districts ALBUQUERQUE, NM – May 2, 2023 – Fire managers on the Magdalena & Mt. Taylor Ranger Districts of the Cibola National Forest & National Grasslands plan to continue prescribed fire operations through the spring as conditions allow. Currently, fire managers are preparing to broadcast burn as early […]

The Cibola National Forest & National Grasslands has lifted Stage II Fire Restrictions on the Kiowa/Rita-Blanca National Grasslands. Conditions on the Kiowa/Rita-Blanca National Grasslands have improved with recent rainfall since implementation of Stage II Fire Restrictions on April 7th. Effective May 1, 2023 Order 03-03-07-23-02 has been terminated to lift Stage II Fire Restrictions on the […]

Prescribed Fire near Quemado Lake will help restore meadow and forest habitats to benefit wildlife SILVER CITY, NM, April 25, 2023 – The Quemado Ranger District is planning to use prescribed fire to treat approximately 4,650 acres of the Gila National Forest in the Slaughter Mesa area south/southeast of Quemado Lake starting May 4 as […]

Projects along New Mexico Highway 35 will reduce hazardous fuels near private lands MIMBRES, NM, April 25, 2023 – The Gila National Forest, Wilderness Ranger District plans to implement multiple prescribed burns throughout May, as permitted by weather, fuels conditions, and staffing. The district plans to conduct three prescribe fire projects starting as early as […]

The Yankee fire is smoldering in Socorro County, on the west side of Socorro Mountain, six miles west of Socorro. The fire was reported Tuesday, April 25 at 10:52 a.m., moving through grass and brush. Multiple resources responded including Forestry Division, USFS, BLM, and multiple VFD.   As of 9:55 a.m., April 27, the fire […]

The Yankee fire is smoldering in Socorro County, on the west side of Socorro Mountain, six miles west of Socorro. The fire was reported Tuesday, April 25 at 10:52 a.m., moving through grass and brush. Multiple resources responded, including air attack with helo and one tanker. This morning’s flight reported 338 acres burned. However, no […]

As weather conditions allow, beginning (UPDATED) now through May 19, the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) will conduct the Chain of Craters prescribed fire, weather permitting. The Chain of Craters prescribed fire is located south of State Highway 53 and west of County Road 42, approximately 35 miles southwest of Grants, in Cibola County.   Over the […]

As weather conditions allow, beginning (UPDATED) now through May 19, the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) will conduct the Mesa Chivato prescribed fire. Over the last several years, the BLM has treated more than 11,000 acres on Mesa Chivato using prescribed fire and thinning. Fire managers estimate it will take five to seven days to complete burn […]

The Antelope Flats fire is now 60% contained. The fire was reported 10 am Thursday, April 20 as two separate fires in Socorro County, west of Magdalena, north of Highway 60. The fires merged, fueled by grass, brush, pinyon/juniper and high winds. Resources responded from multiple agencies including Forestry Division, BLM, Forest Service and volunteer […]

The Antelope Flats fire is burning in Socorro County, west of Magdalena, north of Highway 60. Fire was reported 10 am Thursday, April 20 as two separate fires. The fires merged, fueled by grass, brush, pinyon/juniper and high winds. The cause of the fire is under investigation. Resources responded from multiple agencies including Forestry Division, […]

Cibola National Forest and National Grasslands Fire Danger Ratings per Ranger District UPDATE:Black Kettle Ranger District: High (Level Update)Kiowa and Rita Blanca Ranger District: Very HighMagdalena Ranger District: ModerateMountainair Ranger District: ModerateMt. Taylor Ranger District: Moderate (Level Update)Sandia Ranger District: Moderate The Fire Danger Rating is calculated by measuring the dryness of wood, grass and […]

Cibola National Forest and National Grasslands current District Fire Danger Ratings: Black Kettle Ranger District: Very HighKiowa and Rita Blanca Ranger District: Very HighMagdalena Ranger District: ModerateMountainair Ranger District: ModerateMt. Taylor Ranger District: LowSandia Ranger District: Moderate The Fire Danger Rating is calculated by measuring the dryness of wood, grass and other combustible material, weather […]

Order Number 03-03-07-23-02 ALBUQUERQUE, NM – April 6, 2023 –The Cibola National Forest and National Grasslands has implemented Stage II Fire Restrictions per Order 03-03-07-23-02 on National Forest System lands, roads and trails within the exterior boundaries of the Cibola National Forest, Kiowa/Rita-Blanca Ranger District, as depicted on the attached maps as Exhibit A and […]

Black Kettle Ranger District: Very High Kiowa and Rita Blanca Ranger District: Very High Magdalena Ranger District: Moderate Mountainair Ranger District: Low Mt. Taylor Ranger District: Low Sandia Ranger District: Low The Fire Danger Rating is calculated by measuring the dryness of wood, grass and other combustible material, weather conditions and the terrain. The combination […]

The Echo Ridge fire is now 100% contained. The fire was reported on Sunday, April 2 at 11 am. Residents were evacuated but have since returned to their homes. Responders include NMFD, Torrance County, Bernalillo County, Santa Fe County, Santa Fe City, USFS, and Mountainair. Forestry Division has ordered a Bernalillo County fire investigator to determine […]

The Hilton Fire is located near Escondida Lake. The fire is estimated at 187 acres and is 5% contained. Fuels include salt cedar, brush and grass. Multiple agencies are holding the lines, which have been successful through yesterday and today’s wind event. No current threats. Containment percentage will be increased by the end of today’s shift. […]