SANTA FE, NM – April 7, 2022 – The Hermits Peak Fire is burning in rocky, steep terrain in a remote southeastern corner of the Santa Fe National Forest (SFNF). There is a temporary flight restriction (TFR) in place for the fire area, and a public closure order will be implemented soon to protect public […]
Continue readingLas Dispensas Prescribed Burn Declared Wildfire
April 6, 2022 
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SANTA FE, NM – April 6, 2022 – The Las Dispensas prescribed fire on the Pecos/Las Vegas Ranger District of the Santa Fe National Forest (SFNF) was declared a wildfire at approximately 4:30 p.m. today. Although forecasted weather conditions were within parameters for the prescribed burn, unexpected erratic winds in the late afternoon caused multiple […]
Continue readingPrescribed Burn Planned for Santa Fe Watershed
April 6, 2022 0 Comments
SANTA FE, NM – April 6, 2022 – Fire managers on the Santa Fe National Forest (SFNF) plan to implement the previously announced prescribed burn in the Santa Fe Municipal Watershed on the Española Ranger District as early as April 18, if conditions remain favorable. Crews will use hand and aerial ignitions to treat […]
Continue readingWildfire Preparedness Is Year Round: Prepare for Flames and Sparks Before Wildfire Season
April 5, 2022 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) […]
Continue readingMedia and Public Advisory:SFNF May Implement Las Dispensas Prescribed Burn Tomorrow
April 5, 2022 0 Comments
SANTA FE, NM – April 5, 2021 – Fire managers on the Santa Fe National Forest (SFNF) are planning to resume implementation of the previously announced Las Dispensas prescribed burn on the Pecos/Las Vegas Ranger District tomorrow if forecasted conditions stay in place. Prescribed burns are designed to meet specific objectives and are always managed […]
Continue readingOver 8,000 acres of prescribed burning planned for spring
April 4, 2022 0 Comments
TAOS, NM—April 4, 2022—Carson National Forest fire managers are planning to conduct prescribed fires throughout this spring if conditions allow. Crews intend to treat 8,391 acres throughout the Forest between April 18 and May 31. Project locations and sizes are (vicinity maps attached): Valle Vidal: 905 acres one mile east of the McCrystal Campground (North […]
Continue readingSW Wildfire Awareness Week: Check local fire bans
April 2, 2022 0 Comments
Climate change & extreme drought equal a perfect recipe for wildfire. Prepare for outdoor activities by first checking with your local government & fire department for current fire restrictions. Additional info here: NMfireinfo.com/restrictions/ #PreventWildfires #SouthwestWildfireAwarenessWeek
Continue readingSW Wildfire Awareness Week: Check for Restrictions
April 2, 2022 0 Comments
Do you know where to find out whether fire bans or restrictions are in effect? Learn more at NMfireinfo.com/fire-restrictions #SouthwestWildfireAwarenessWeek #NMFire
Continue readingSW Wildfire Awareness Week: Choose Safe Targets
April 1, 2022 0 Comments
Choose an area free of dry grass or brush to set up your target to avoid ignitions, especially if using steel targets or exploding targets. Exploding targets are prohibited on federal lands in NM and AZ. Wildfire Ignition from Exploding Targets #PreventWildfires #NMFire #SouthwestWildfireAwarenessWeek
Continue readingSW Wildfire Awareness Week: Target Shoot Safely!
April 1, 2022 0 Comments
Set your sights on safe target shooting! Some types of ammunition can cause wildfires. Rifle Bullet Ignition (firelab.org) #PreventWildfires #NMFire #SouthwestWildfireAwarenessWeek
Continue readingSFNF Plans to Implement Las Dispensas Prescribed Burn on Pecos/Las Vegas District
April 1, 2022 0 Comments
SANTA FE, NM – April 1, 2022 – Fire managers on the Santa Fe National Forest (SFNF) will be looking for optimal windows throughout the month of April to continue implementation of the previously announced Las Dispensas prescribed burn on the Pecos/Las Vegas Ranger District. The decision to proceed will depend on multiple factors, including […]
Continue readingSW Wildfire Awareness Week: Minimize the Impact
March 31, 2022 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
Continue readingSW Wildfire Awareness Week: Prepare Now!
March 31, 2022 0 Comments
Begin now to organize an event or plan to participate in your community’s Wildfire Preparedness Day, May 7, 2022! Learn more at Wildfire Community Preparedness Day | NFPA and Facnm.org/events. #NMFire #WildfireSafety #SouthwestWildfireAwarenessWeek
Continue readingHighway 380 Fire – Lea County – March 30, 2022
March 30, 2022 0 Comments
The Highway 380 Fire, located near the community of Tatum in Lea County, is now 80% contained and estimated at 4,000 acres. Highway 380 has reopened, and evacuations were lifted around 8:00 p.m. last night (03/29). A power line is suspected of starting the fire on Tuesday, March 29 at approximately 1:30 p.m. Today, resources will remain […]
Continue readingSW Wildfire Awareness Week: Prevent Campfire Escapes
March 30, 2022 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
Continue readingHighway 380 Fire – Lea County – March 29, 2022
March 29, 2022 0 Comments
The Highway 380 Fire started this afternoon on private land off of Highway 380 near the community of Tatum in Lea County and has since spread into Yoakum County, TX. Highway 380 is currently closed due to low visibility. The Lea County Office of Emergency Management is reporting that the fire is currently 12 to […]
Continue readingBLM plans prescribed burn activities in Chaves and Lincoln counties
March 24, 2022 0 Comments
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) will conduct prescribed fire operations beginning this week and lasting through May. The agency plans to burn approximately 1,400 acres throughout Chaves and eastern Lincoln counties. The operations are weather dependent and will take several days to complete. Smoke from the burn may be visible from Roswell, Midway, Dexter, […]
Continue readingKiowa Rita Blanca Ranger District to Implement Prescribed Fire Operations
March 23, 2022 0 Comments
Albuquerque, NM – March 23, 2022 – Pending favorable conditions, fire managers on the Cibola National Forest & National Grasslands (NF & NGs) may implement prescribed fire on multiple units on the Kiowa Rita Blanca Ranger District as early as Fri., March 25th and possibly continue thru Fri., April 15th if necessary. Fire crews are […]
Continue reading16 Springs Prescribe Fire on the Sacramento Ranger District of the Lincoln National Forest Scheduled for Spring 2022
March 22, 2022 0 Comments
Fire officials on the Sacramento Ranger District in Cloudcroft, NM, plan to implement prescribed fire operations on the 16 Springs Prescribed Fire project beginning in March and carrying into April of 2022. The 16 Springs Prescribed Fire is targeting 564 acres and is located on federal land five miles north of Mayhill, NM. The project […]
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