Magdalena, NM – For Immediate Release – The lightning-caused Vics Peak Fire, burning on the Magdalena Ranger District of the Cibola National Forest since June 15, has grown to 9,293 acres (3% contained), with 191 personnel assigned. Firefighters have been anticipating the critical fire weather conditions forecast for today. A Long-Term Analyst has been working […]
Continue readingGila National Forest – New Fire – Cub Fire – June 28, 2020
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Cub Fire Update Silver City, NM, June 28, 2020 Start Date: 6/28 Cause: Lightning Size: Approx. 15 acres Strategy: Full suppression- utilizing confine/contain tactics Location: Wilderness District, Gila Wilderness, Approx. 1 mile NE of Cub Mountain, west fork of the Gila River Fuels: Burning in grass, brush, and multiple snags- within Whitewater-Baldy fire scar Summary: […]
Continue readingWinsor Ridge Fire Update
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June 28, 2020, 1:30 P.M. Start date: June 26, 2020 Cause: Under investigation Size: 2.3 acres Location: Pecos/Las Vegas Ranger District on the Santa Fe National Forest (SFNF) approximately 1.7 miles from the Winsor Ridge Trailhead at Cowles and approximately 20 miles north of Pecos Containment: 100% Fuels: Heavy fuels with a high concentration of […]
Continue readingGila National Forest – Update on Tadpole Fire for June 28, 2020
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TADPOLE FIRE Location: 12 miles north of Silver City Start Date: June 6, 2020 Cause: Lightning Total Personnel: 52 Containment: 50% Size: 11,159 acres Vegetation: Timber with grass understory, brush, and chaparral Incident Commander: Robbie Gallardo ICT3 SUMMARY: The Tadpole Fire, was ignited by lightning and reported on June 6. The […]
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Crews Prepare for Critical Fire Weather Expected Monday on Vics Peak Fire
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Magdalena, NM – For Immediate Release – The lightning-caused Vics Peak Fire, burning on the Magdalena Ranger District of the Cibola National Forest since June 15, has grown to 8,886 acres, with 194 personnel assigned. Ground resources continue to hold and improve containment lines with help from aerial operations as weather allows. Today, air operations […]
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SFNF Issues Closure Order for Winsor Ridge Fire
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SANTA FE, NM – June 28, 2020 – The Santa Fe National Forest (SFNF) today issued a closure order for recreation sites, Forest Service roads and trails, and areas within the Pecos Wilderness impacted by the Winsor Ridge Fire. The closure order protects public health and safety during fire operations. The closure order is in […]
Continue readingWinsor Ridge Fire on the Santa Fe National Forest
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June 27, 2020, 1:30 P.M. Start date: June 26, 2020 Cause: Under investigation Size: Approximately 2 acres Location: Pecos/Las Vegas Ranger District on the Santa Fe National Forest approximately 1.7 miles from the Winsor Ridge Trailhead at Cowles and approximately 20 miles north of Pecos Containment: 0% Fuels: Heavy fuels with a high concentration of […]
Continue readingGila National Forest – Update on Tadpole Fire for June 27, 2020
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Location: 12 miles north of Silver City Start Date: June 6, 2020 Containment: 50% Size: 11,146 acres Cause: Lightning Total Personnel: 88 Vegetation: Timber with grass understory, brush, and chaparral Incident Commander: Marcus Cornwell, ICT3 SUMMARY: The Tadpole Fire, was ignited by lightning and reported on June 6. The fire increased […]
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Elevated Fire Weather May Increase Activity on Vics Peak Fire Today
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Magdalena, NM – For Immediate Release – The lightning-caused Vics Peak Fire, burning on the Magdalena Ranger District of the Cibola National Forest since June 15, has grown to 8,072 acres, with 165 personnel assigned. Dry thunderstorm activity will continue today over the fire area. Outflow drafts from these storms could cause gusty and erratic […]
Continue readingGila National Forest – Update on Good Fire for June 26, 2020
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Location: between Blood Canyon and Brushy Mountain, Wilderness Ranger District, Gila National ForestStart Date: June 6, 2020 Size: ~ 14,100 acres Cause: LightningVegetation: Pinyon Juniper Containment: 39%Current Information: This lightning-caused fire is burning on National Forest System lands in the Gila Wilderness. Wind and heat have caused the fire to grow. There is minimal fire […]
Continue readingGila National Forest – Update Tadpole Fire for June 26, 2020
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TADPOLE FIRELocation: 12 miles north of Silver City Start Date: June 6, 2020Cause: Lightning Total Personnel: 89Containment: 45% Size: 11,089 acresVegetation: Timber with grass understory, brush, and chaparralIncident Commander: Marcus Cornwell, ICT3SUMMARY: The Tadpole Fire, was ignited by lightning and reported on June 6. The fire increased by 100 acres yesterday to 11,089 acres and […]
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Firefighters Vigilant as Dry Thunderstorms Continue Over Vics Peak Fire
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Magdalena, NM – For Immediate Release – The lightning-caused Vics Peak Fire, burning on the Magdalena Ranger District of the Cibola National Forest since June 15, remains at 6,912 acres, with 164 personnel assigned. The Magdalena Ranger District has experienced thunderstorm activity for the past three days, and fuels continue to dry out with minimal […]
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Red Canyon Roads Provide Opportunity for Northern Containment of Vics Peak Fire
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Magdalena, NM – For Immediate Release – The lightning-caused Vics Peak Fire, burning on the Magdalena Ranger District of the Cibola National Forest since June 15, has grown to an estimated 6,912 acres, with 158 personnel assigned. The containment line south of the fire along Forest Road 225 continues to hold. Today, firefighters will work […]
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Suppression Strategy on Vics Peak Fire Focused on Safety
June 24, 2020 0 Comments
Magdalena, NM – For Immediate Release – The lightning-caused Vics Peak Fire, burning on the Magdalena Ranger District of the Cibola National Forest since June 15, has grown to an estimated 6,729 acres, with 121 personnel assigned. The slight decrease in acreage from yesterday is due to improved mapping. Yesterday, the fire received gusty winds […]
Continue readingGila National Forest – Update on Tadpole Fire for June 24, 2020
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Wednesday, June 24, 2020 Fire Information Line: (575) 342-1536 Visit the New Mexico Fire Information website at http://www.nmfireinfo.com Additional Fire Information available: https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/6737/ Office hours: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. TADPOLE FIRE Location: 12 miles north of Silver City Start Date: June 6, 2020 Cause: Lightning Total Personnel: 85 Containment: 45% Size: 10,686 […]
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Thunderstorms Expected Today Over Vics Peak Fire
June 23, 2020 0 Comments
Magdalena, NM – For Immediate Release – The lightning-caused Vics Peak fire started on the Magdalena Ranger District of the Cibola National Forest on Monday June 15, 2020. The fire is burning in the Apache Kid Wilderness in the southern portion of the San Mateo Mountains. The fire has grown to an estimated 7,023 acres, […]
Continue readingGila National Forest – Update for Tadpole Fire for June 23, 2020 – Silver City Ranger District
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20200623_Tadpole_IR_Map_11x17 Tuesday, June 23, 2020 Fire Information Line: (575) 654-4181 Visit the New Mexico Fire Information website at http://www.nmfireinfo.com Additional Fire Information available: https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/6737/ Office hours: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. TADPOLE FIRE Location: 12 miles north of Silver City Start Date: June 6, 2020 Cause: Lightning Total Personnel: 85 Containment: 40% Size: […]
Continue readingGila National Forest – Update on Tadpole Fire for June 22, 2020 – Silver City RD
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Fire Information Line: (575) 654-4181 Visit the New Mexico Fire Information website at http://www.nmfireinfo.com Additional Fire Information available: https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/6737/ Office hours: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. TADPOLE FIRE Location: 12 miles north of Silver City Start Date: June 6, 2020 Size: 9823 acres Cause: Lightning Total Personnel: 85 Containment: 30% Vegetation: Timber with […]
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Weather Conditions Cooperate for Aerial Ignitions on Vics Peak Fire
June 22, 2020 0 Comments
Magdalena, NM – For Immediate Release – The lightning-caused Vics Peak fire started on the Magdalena Ranger District of the Cibola National Forest on Monday June 15, 2020. The fire is burning in the Apache Kid Wilderness in the southern portion of the San Mateo Mountains. The fire has grown to an estimated 3,785 acres, […]
Continue readingFire Restrictions Still In Effect in NM, June 22, 2020
June 22, 2020 0 Comments
As you plan your summer activities, Know Before You Go and check for specific fire restrictions for the area you plan to visit on FireRestrictions.us/nm. Campfires are restricted but there are fun alternatives you can check out. Today, the BLM issued a press release nationally asking for everyone’s help in the prevention of wildfires. Whether […]
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