ALAMOGORDO, RUIDOSO, NM, Fire officials on the Lincoln National Forest successfully utilized the lightning-caused 588 Fire to reduce hazardous fuel accumulations, and improve rangeland and wildlife habitat. This is the first time the Forest has managed a fire in order to achieve resource benefits. When the fire initially started on May 31 on the Smokey […]
Continue readingPrescribed Burn Planned for Luera Mountains on State Trust Land South of Datil, NM
June 6, 2016 
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The New Mexico State Land Office and the New Mexico State Forestry Division are preparing for a prescribed burn June 6‐11, 2016, on State Trust Land approximately 30 miles south of Datil, NM, in the Luera Mountains. The intent of the burn is to reintroduce fire into the ecosystem. Returning fire to the area after […]
Continue readingThe North Fire Grows Minimally to 7,911 Acres
June 6, 2016 0 Comments
The North Fire Grows Minimally to 7,911 acres Magdalena, NM; June 6, 2016 – The North Fire on the Magdalena Ranger District once again showed minimal growth yesterday and is now 7,911 acres. This number will continue to increase daily as ignition operations continue. The lightning-caused management fire started on May 21st and is located […]
Continue readingLincoln National Forest – 588 Fire – FINAL Fire Update 6/5/16 9:00 pm
June 5, 2016 0 Comments
FINAL FIRE UPDATE 6/5/16 9:00 PM – The 588 Fire was managed for multiple objectives, which resulted in the reduction of hazardous fuels accumulations, wildlife habitat improvement, overall forest health and rangeland improvement. Firefighters spent today securing the perimeter of the 588 Fire and containing the fire at 800 acres. There will be no further fire growth (spread) […]
Continue readingCibola NF & National Grasslands’ – The North Fire at 7,878 acres
June 5, 2016 0 Comments
Magdalena, NM; June 5, 2016 – The North Fire on the Magdalena Ranger District had minimal growth yesterday and is now 7,878 acres. The lightning-caused fire is located in the San Mateo Mountains, 25 miles southwest of Magdalena, NM. The North Fire is being actively managed for multiple resource benefits. It is now 20% contained. […]
Continue readingLincoln National Forest – New Fire Start – TOWER FIRE in Capitan Mountains Wilderness being monitored by air
June 4, 2016 0 Comments
New Fire Start – Tower Fire FIRE UPDATE 6/4/16 9:30 PM Jurisdiction: Lincoln National Forest, Smokey Bear Ranger District – Capitan Mountains Wilderness Date/Time Detected: 6/03/16 – 5:25 pm (originally reported on 5/30/16) Location: In the Capitan Mountains Wilderness, approximately 2.5 miles southwest of Capitan Peak and 9 miles west of Arabela, NM Lat/Long: 33 […]
Continue readingCibola NF & National Grasslands’ – The North Fire at 7,604 acres
June 4, 2016 0 Comments
Magdalena, NM; June 4, 2016 – The North Fire on the Magdalena Ranger District increased in size and is now approximately 7,604 acres. The lightning-caused fire is located in the San Mateo Mountains, 25 miles southwest of Magdalena, NM. The North Fire is being actively managed for multiple resource benefits. It is now 20% contained. […]
Continue readingLincoln National Forest – New Fire Start – MONUMENT FIRE – Fire is now 100% Contained!
June 3, 2016 0 Comments
New Fire Start – Monument Fire Jurisdiction: Lincoln National Forest, Sacramento Ranger District Date/Time Detected: 6/3/16 1:05 pm Location: Approximately 1.5 miles northeast of Timberon, NM Lat/Long: 32 deg, 40 min, 15.78 sec X 105 deg, 39 min, 1.08 min Legal Description: T19S, R13E, Sec 7 Firefighting Resources: One Forest Service engine and five firefighters […]
Continue readingCibola NF & National Grasslands’ – The North Fire at 6,946 acres
June 3, 2016 0 Comments
Magdalena, NM; June 3, 2016 – The North Fire on the Magdalena Ranger District had minimal growth yesterday and is now approximately 6,946 acres. The lightning-caused fire is located in the San Mateo Mountains, 25 miles southwest of Magdalena, NM. The North Fire is being actively managed for multiple resource benefits. Firing operations continued on […]
Continue readingLincoln National Forest Manages 588 Fire on Smokey Bear Ranger District
June 2, 2016 0 Comments
ALAMOGORDO, RUIDOSO, NM, June 2, 2016 – Fire officials on the Lincoln National Forest have made the decision to manage the 588 Fire for multiple objectives. This lightning-caused fire was discovered on the evening of May 31 and is located about 4 miles south of Glencoe, NM. Wildfires that are ignited naturally (by lightning) may […]
Continue readingCoyote Fire: Rains reduce fire activity and park opens trails for visitor use
June 2, 2016 0 Comments
06/02/2016 Rains reduce fire activity and park opens trails for visitor use Acres: 14,442 Total Personnel: 30 Incident Commander: Jay Yancick (Type 4IC) Containment: 70% Start Date: May 7, 2016 Cause: Lightning Location: 46 miles SW of Carlsbad, NM Fuels/Topography: Grass/brush/chaparral, rugged terrain Salt Flat, Texas – Rains, low winds and high humidity assisted […]
Continue readingCibola NF & National Grasslands’ – The North Fire at 6,767
June 2, 2016 0 Comments
Magdalena, NM; June 2, 2016 – The North Fire on the Magdalena Ranger District had minimal growth yesterday, and is now approximately 6,767 acres. The lightning-caused fire is located in the San Mateo Mountains, 25 miles southwest of Magdalena, NM. The North Fire is being actively managed for multiple resource benefits. Yesterday afternoon the North […]
Continue readingCoyote Fire: Fire crews assess and begin trail mitigation in the backcountry to prepare for reopening
June 1, 2016 0 Comments
COYOTE FIRE UPDATE NPS Photo/ Richard Haas Wednesday 06/1/2016 – 1600 Fire crews assess and begin trail mitigation in the backcountry to prepare for reopening Acres: 14,442 Start Date: May 7, 2016 Cause: Lightning Location: 46 miles SW of Carlsbad, NM Containment: 50% Fuels/Topography: Timber/grass/chaparral, rugged terrain Total personnel: 30 Fire crews continue to monitor […]
Continue readingCibola NF & National Grasslands’ – The North Fire Grew to 6,581 acres
June 1, 2016 0 Comments
Magdalena, NM; June 1, 2016 – The North Fire on the Magdalena Ranger District grew in size yesterday, and is now approximately 6,581 acres. The lightning-caused fire is located in the San Mateo Mountains, 25 miles southwest of Magdalena, NM. The North Fire is being actively managed for multiple resource benefits. Yesterday afternoon the North […]
Continue readingGila National Forest – Mule Fire
May 31, 2016 0 Comments
Gila NF fire crews are taking suppression actions on the Mule Fire, located 13 miles SW of Glenwood, estimated at four acres. http://tinyurl.com/zlqd9ko
Continue readingCibola NF & National Grasslands’ – North Fire at 5,295 acres
May 31, 2016 0 Comments
Magdalena, NM; May 31, 2016 – The North Fire on the Magdalena Ranger District had minimal fire spread yesterday, and is now approximately 5,295 acres. The lightning-caused fire is located in the San Mateo Mountains, 5 miles east of Grassy Lookout and 25 miles southwest of Magdalena, NM. The North Fire is being actively managed […]
Continue readingEAGLE FIRE UPDATE 05/30/16 9:00 PM
May 30, 2016 0 Comments
EAGLE FIRE UPDATE 05/30/16 9:00 PM Jurisdiction: Lincoln National Forest, Smokey Bear District Firefighting Resources: US Forest Service firefighters performed mop up and extinguished the fire today. Approximately 30 personnel were assigned to the Eagle Fire. Size: estimated size is 2.0 acres Containment: 100% Status Update: The IC has called the fire controlled at approximately […]
Continue readingGila National Forest – Spur Fire 1,512 acres
May 30, 2016 0 Comments
The Spur Fire is estimated at 1,512 acres with 133 personnel assigned. Tues plan is to ignite along Road 49 south to the Wilson Fire scar to secure the eastern boundary of the management area. See more info on Inciweb http://tinyurl.com/hrn7qxv
Continue readingEagle Fire, Lincoln NF
May 30, 2016 0 Comments
New Fire Start – Eagle FIRE UPDATE 05/30/10:30 AM Jurisdiction: Lincoln National Forest, Smokey Bear District Date/Time Detected: 5/29/16 3:52 pm Location: Fire is burning approximately 5 miles NE from Ruidoso, NM Lat/Long: 33 deg, 22 min, 57.35 sec X 105 deg, 37 min, 56.28 min Legal Description: T11N, R13E, Sec 1 Firefighting Resources: US […]
Continue readingCibola NF & National Grasslands’ – The North Fire at 4,548 acres
May 30, 2016 0 Comments
Magdalena, NM; May 30, 2016 – The 4, 548 acre North Fire on the Magdalena Ranger District had minimal fire spread yesterday. The lightning-caused fire is located in the San Mateo Mountains, 5 miles east of Grassy Lookout and 25 miles southwest of Magdalena, NM. This lightning-caused fire is being actively managed for multiple resource benefits. […]
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