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Prepared at Home: Spark Safety Not Wildfire

March 29, 2025 by BLM New Mexico 0 Comments

Are you prepared for a power outage during wildfire season? Whether an unexpected outage occurs from a wildfire or is a temporary action by your utility company to prevent wildfires, you may be impacted. Consider that an outage can impact lighting, heating, cooling, communication, food and medicine refrigeration, cooking and medical equipment. The American Red […]

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On the Road: Spark Safety Not Wildfire

March 29, 2025 by BLM New Mexico 0 Comments

Did you know? Wildfires started by vehicles is one of the highest causes in New Mexico. You can Spark Safety Not Wildfire by:

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Prepared Worker: Spark Safety Not Wildfire

March 28, 2025 by BLM New Mexico 0 Comments

Getting outside for spring projects? Managing a crew? If using equipment, remember these safety tips:

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Prepared Camper: Spark Safety Not Wildfire

March 27, 2025 by BLM New Mexico 0 Comments

Concerned with winds picking up on your trip? Skip the campfire, use a propane fire ring instead! Just like with a campfire, place in cleared area, keep it maintained, and never leave it running unattended! The best part is you can just turn it off. Campfire Safety The prepared camper’s checklist:

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Campfire Safety: Spark Safety Not Wildfire

March 26, 2025 by BLM New Mexico 0 Comments

Campfires and outdoor recreation are the 2nd largest category of wildfires caused by people in the southwest. Buried embers can smolder for days. Always drown, stir, feel for heat, and repeat until cold. #sparksafetynotwildfire

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Burn Barrel Safety: Spark Safety Not Wildfires

March 25, 2025 by BLM New Mexico 0 Comments

Thinking about using a burn barrel? Clear 10 feet to mineral soil around the barrel. Make sure it’s properly ventilated and has a 1/8” screen cover to prevent ember escape. Check for holes that would allow embers to escape and screen those areas also or replace the barrel. Always keep water and tools nearby! Spark […]

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Burn Debris Safely: Southwest Wildfire Awareness Week

March 24, 2025 by BLM New Mexico 0 Comments

Did you know? Debris and open burning are the top cause of human-caused fires in the Southwest. Backyard debris burning video from Smokey Bear and the Ad Council. Stay safe and protect your property while burning debris by following these six tips:

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Join Us! SW Wildfire Awareness Week, March 24-29, 2025

March 24, 2025 by BLM New Mexico 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 […]

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Spring is a time for action: SW Wildfire Awareness Week is coming

March 12, 2024 by BLM New Mexico 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 […]

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Prevent Vehicle Ignitions: SW Wildfire Awareness Week

March 28, 2023 by BLM New Mexico 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

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Wildfire Preparedness is Year-Round: Skip the Fireworks to Support Firefighters

June 30, 2022 by BLM New Mexico 0 Comments

Fireworks are a popular Fourth of July tradition. Over the years, many of us have personally experienced close calls and disasters related to firework-ignited fires – a stray ember on a rooftop, burnt grass, smoldering casings and other potential ignition sources. With an early start to the 2022 wildfire season, your NM wildfire cooperators and […]

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NM Fire Information Resources

May 10, 2022 by BLM New Mexico 0 Comments

A list of official fire information resources for large wildfire incidents in New Mexico NM Department of Homeland Security and Emergency Management: NM Roads – Official Road Status for the State of NM (road closures, etc.) Map of Wildfires in NM (zoom into specific fires) To contact a specific incident, follow the link below: Additional […]

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Wildfire Preparedness is Year-Round: Wildfire season is here. Pack a go bag and keep it near!

May 3, 2022 by BLM New Mexico 0 Comments

With the 2022 wildfire season off to an early start in New Mexico, it is vital to have an emergency kit and an evacuation plan in place for you and your family. The 2022 Wildfire Preparedness is Year-Round campaign provides monthly wildfire preparedness tasks that follow the changing seasons. The May message from a partnership […]

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Wildfire Preparedness Is Year Round: Prepare for Flames and Sparks Before Wildfire Season

April 5, 2022 by BLM New Mexico 0 Comments

With wildfire season just around the corner, now is the perfect time to prepare your home and yard for wildfire. The 2022 Wildfire Preparedness is Year-Round campaign provides monthly wildfire preparedness tasks that follow the changing seasons. The April message from the Bureau of Land Management New Mexico, Fire Adapted New Mexico learning network (FACNM) […]

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SW Wildfire Awareness Week: Minimize the Impact

March 31, 2022 by BLM New Mexico 0 Comments

Is your community prepared for wildfire? Proactive communities play a key role in minimizing the impact of wildfire. Become fire-adapted by taking steps now to prepare. Learn more at FACNM.org, FireAdaptedCommunitiesVideo, FirewiseUSA®-NewMexico #FireAdaptedNM #FirewiseUSA #SouthwestWildfireAwarenessWeek 

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SW Wildfire Awareness Week: Prevent Campfire Escapes

March 30, 2022 by BLM New Mexico 0 Comments

Make it your goal to extinguish hot coals. If your campfire is too hot to touch, it’s too hot to leave! Drown, stir and repeat until cold! Campfire Safety (NMFireInfo.com) and Smokey Bear (smokeybear.com). #PreventWildfires #NMFire #SouthwestWildfireAwarenessWeek #SmokeyBear 

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Reminder: Register for Wildland Urban Fire Summit!

September 24, 2020 by BLM New Mexico 0 Comments

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Virtual NM Wildland Urban Fire Summit, Oct. 22-23, 2020; Registration Now Open!

September 17, 2020 by BLM New Mexico 0 Comments

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NM Wildland Urban Virtual Fire Summit – Call for Presentations

July 24, 2020 by BLM New Mexico 0 Comments

The New Mexico Wildland Urban Fire Virtual Summit planning committee is soliciting presentations for the upcoming summit to be held October 22-23, 2020. This year’s theme is “All Lands, All Neighbors (for wildfire resilience.” If you are interested in submitting a proposal, please email awebb@nmcounties.org for more information on how to submit a proposal.  The […]

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Observe Firework Restrictions to Prevent Wildfires

June 29, 2020 by BLM New Mexico 0 Comments

As you celebrate this Independence Day, remember that fireworks are prohibited on all federal lands and many other jurisdictions in New Mexico. Check with your local fire department and at firerestrictions.us/nm.   With the dry conditions we’re experiencing, it only takes one spark for the entire holiday to go up in smoke! #PreventWildfires #NMFire #RecreateResponsibly

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