The Campbell Road Fire is located east of Des Moines off of Road 370 and Campbell Road in Union County. This wind-driven fire is very active and running in pinon-juniper, grass, and brush. The fire is estimated at 950 acres and 0% contained. Structures are threatened, and evacuations are possible. Winds are 40 mph with gusts to […]

The East Fire started on private land this afternoon near Mimbres off Highway 35 in East Canyon in Grant County. The fire is estimated at 100 acres and spreading up East Canyon. At least four homes are threatened at this time and crews are in place to help protect them. Firefighter and public safety are a top […]

Start date: April 22, 2022        Cause: Unknown          Size: 50+ acres                             Containment: 0% Location: Forest Road 10 and NM Highway 4 approximately 7 miles east of Jemez Springs Evacuations: Sandoval County is evacuating the communities of Sierra Los Pinos and Los Griegos due to extremely windy dry conditions and the Cerro Pelado Fire’s potential for growth. […]

Datil Mountains Reported start date / time: April 21, 2022 – 1400 Cause: Unknown         Size: 31.6 acres. Location: Datil Mountains, Magdalena Ranger District, Cibola National Forest & National Grasslands (NF & NGs). Fire start was 3 miles northwest of Datil. Containment: 50% Fuels: Pine, Pinyon-Juniper and Grass. Fire behavior: The Pine Park Fire is exhibiting […]

Fire Update:  Firefighters have kept the James Fire at 0.59 acres for the time being. Their have been spotfires caused by embers blowing outside of the fire area, however firefighters have caught them all as of 1:37pm. They have also built a preliminary handline around the perimeter of the fire and have a hoselay in place. […]

With incidences of wildfires increasing daily, the New Mexico Energy, Minerals and Natural Resources Department (EMNRD) Forestry Division are announcing restrictions on fireworks, smoking, campfires, and open fires in New Mexico. The restrictions are in effect as of 12:00 p.m. today, Friday, April 22, 2022. The Forestry Division will continue to coordinate with other jurisdictions […]

The Simona Fire, located near Jarales in Valencia County, remains 25% contained and is estimated at 165 acres. Due to the strong winds forecast today, crews will be patrolling the fire area on a regular basis looking for any signs that fire has escaped containment lines. Firefighters are using hand tools and a bulldozer to […]

April 22, 2022, Daily Update, 10:00AM Acres: 3,000 acres Start Date:  April 19, 2022 Cause: Under investigation Containment: 0% Total personnel: 124 Location: Located near Gallinas Canyon Fuels: Mixed conifer Highlights:  The National Weather Service has issued an extreme weather warning. The public is encouraged to stay vigilant on evacuation status through the San Miguel […]

April 22, 2022, Daily Update, 10:00AM Acres: 7,573 acres Start Date:  April 6, 2022 Cause: Multiple spot fires spread beyond the prescribed fire project boundary Containment: 91% Total personnel: 264 Location: Approx. 12 miles northwest of Las Vegas, NM, Pecos/Las Vegas Ranger District, Hermits Peak/Pecos Wilderness Fuels: Mixed conifer Highlights:  The National Weather Service has […]

This will be the final update for Nogal Canyon and McBride Fires unless there is a significant change. Today is an Extreme Critical Fire Weather Day McBride Fire Stats Acres: 6,159 Cause: Under investigation Containment: 89% Location: Gavilan Canyon within the Village of Ruidoso that spread to state and Lincoln National Forest Start Date: April […]

Reported start date / time: April 21, 2022 – 1400 Cause: Unknown         Size: Remains at 15-20 acres Location: Datil Mountains, Magdalena Ranger District, Cibola National Forest & National Grasslands (NF & NGs). Fire start was 3 miles northwest of Datil. Officials are currently present to monitor traffic on HWY 60. Containment: 0% Fuels: Pine, Pinyon-Juniper […]

Reported start date / time: April 21, 2022 – 1400 Cause: Unknown         Size: 15-20 acres Location: Datil Mountains, Magdalena Ranger District, Cibola National Forest & National Grasslands (NF & NGs). Fire start was 3 miles northwest of Datil. Officials are currently escorting traffic on HWY 60. Containment: 0% Fuels: Pine, Pinyon-Juniper and Grass. Fire behavior: […]

SANTA FE, NM – April 21, 2022 – Based on recent wildfire activity and persistent severe fire weather conditions, the Santa Fe National Forest (SFNF) will implement forest-wide Stage 2 fire restrictions at 8 a.m. tomorrow, Friday, April 22, to reduce the risk of human-caused wildfires. Forest managers use several criteria to determine when to […]

The Simona Fire, located near Jarales in Valencia County, remains estimated at 165 acres and 0% containment. Despite strong winds, crews are making good progress in creating a safe line around the fire, which is burning on both sides of the Rio Grande. Firefighters are also continuing efforts to ensure the protection of two large […]