After a wildfire, the flood risk increases significantly. Most standard homeowners’ and renters’ policies do not cover flood damage. Reduce your risk with flood insurance. Learn more at https://www.fema.gov/wildfires-you-need-flood-insurance. #NMFire #WildfireSafety #ReadySetGoNM #SouthwestWildfireAwarenessWeek

Secure vehicle tow chains so they don’t drag and create a spark. One less spark means one less wildfire. #PreventWildfires #NMFire #SouthwestWildfireAwarenessWeek #OneLessSpark

If fire danger is high, move wood piles, lawn chairs & grills away from your home. http://bit.ly/FWTips #NMFire #WildfireSafety #ReadySetGoNM #SouthwestWildfireAwarenessWeek

Maintain your spark arrestor and don’t run power equipment on windy days. Learn more at https://goo.gl/kCkMQH. #PreventWildfires #NMFire #SouthwestWildfireAwarenessWeek #OneLessSpark

Know before you go. Check NM Fire Info fire information and restrictions at http://NMFireInfo.com or call 1-877-864-6985 #NMFire #PreventWildfires #ReadySetGoNM #SouthwestWildfireAwarenessWeek

Make it a point to know the regulations and rules related to shooting in areas experiencing hot, dry conditions. Learn more at https://goo.gl/zmqQM3. #PreventWildfires #NMFire #SouthwestWildfireAwarenessWeek

Albuquerque, NM – At a news conference today (03/27), New Mexico State Forestry, a Division of the Energy, Minerals and Natural Resources Department, kicked-off Wildfire Awareness Week, (March 25-31, 2018) with state leaders and interagency partners at the Open Space Visitors Center with a strong reminder how important wildfire awareness is in New Mexico. “New […]

Protect your home from wildfire. Remove leaves and pine needles from your roof, gutters & deck. Learn more at http://bit.ly/FWSafetyTips #NMFire #WildfireSafety #ReadySetGoNM #SouthwestWildfireAwarenessWeek

Parking over tall, dry grass can spark a wildfire. Spark a change, not a wildfire. http://bit.ly/TallDryGrass #PreventWildfires #NMFire #SouthwestWildfireAwarenessWeek

If your campfire is too hot to touch, it’s too hot to leave! Drown, stir & repeat until cold. Learn more at https://smokeybear.com/en/prevention-how-tos/campfire-safety. #PreventWildfires #NMFire #SouthwestWildfireAwarenessWeek  

What can you do in one day to be safer from wildfire? A lot! Plan a project this weekend. Learn more at https://www.nfpa.org/public-education/by-topic/wildfire/wildfire-safety-tips. #WildfireSafety #NMFire #ReadySetGoNM #SouthwestWildfireAwarenessWeek

It’s not if, but when the next wildfire will occur. Prepare Now. Download your own Ready, Set, Go Personal Wildland Fire Action Plan today. #WildfireSafety #ReadySetGoNM #SouthwestWildfireAwarenessWeek #NMFire  

Join community members, government leaders, emergency responders, businesses, and wildland fire agencies April 10-12, for the 2018 New Mexico Wildland Urban Fire Summit at the Lodge in Santa Fe. The Summit agenda includes a field day to see three unique areas working toward aspects of fire preparedness and adaptability. April 11, 4-5pm: FREE session for the […]

It is illegal to fly drones near wildfires. Recreational drones near wildfires are not safe. They put firefighters, residents & homes at risk. Learn more at https://www.nifc.gov/drones/ #WildfireSafety #IfYouFlyWeCant #NoDronesInFireZones #SouthwestWildfireAwarenessWeek #NMFire

Wildfires are never out of season. Create defensible space to improve your home’s chance of surviving a wildfire and to help protect the firefighters defending your home. https://goo.gl/bSz9z5 #WildfireSafety #ReadySetGoNM #NMFire #SouthwestWildfireAwarenessWeek

Learn before you burn waste and debris. https://goo.gl/EuhVtx Check weather & local regulations. Only burn natural materials & vegetation. Look up, down, & around for a clear area. Don’t walk away until it’s out cold! https://smokeybear.com/en/prevention-how-tos/backyard-debris-burning #PreventWildfires #NMFire #SouthwestWildfireAwarenessWeek

SANTA FE, NM – March 22, 2018 – For Immediate Release. To take advantage of favorable conditions, to include fuel moisture levels, air quality and weather forecasts, fire managers on the Coyote Ranger District of the Santa Fe National Forest (SFNF) could begin ignitions as early as April or May on the French Mesa to […]