Today, the Gila National Forest lifted fire restrictions. While the fire danger on the forest has decreased from “extreme” to “moderate”, the potential for large wildfires remains. The public is urged to remain vigilant when they visit the forest. Remember to use any fire source in a cautious manner. Never leave a campfire unattended. When […]
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Gila National Forest Lifts Stage II Fire Restrictions
June 24, 2022 
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Silver City, NM – June 24 — The Gila National Forest has lifted all fire restrictions as of 8:00 a.m. today. Forest leadership made the decision to lift stage II restrictions based on several factors, including a favorable monsoonal weather forecast, lesser occurrence of human caused wildfires, and adequate firefighting staffing. Fire managers will continue […]
Continue readingCarlsbad Caverns National Park Implements Additional Fire Restrictions Due to Extreme Fire Danger
May 26, 2022 0 Comments
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 24, 2022 Contact: Laura Steele, Acting Chief Ranger, 575-236-1426, laura_steele@nps.gov CARLSBAD, New Mexico — Extreme fire danger continues to affect Carlsbad Caverns National Park. As a result, effective May 25, the following additional restrictions are in effect: Closure of Carlsbad Caverns Wilderness Area and all backcountry areas to day use. This includes access to all permit […]
Continue readingStage II Fire Restrictions begin in Salinas Pueblo Missions National Monument
May 11, 2022 0 Comments
Date: April 29, 2022Contact: Norma Pineda, 505-847-2585 x.221As a result of the extreme fire danger at Salinas Pueblo Missions National Monument, Stage II Fire Restrictions are being implemented. Restrictions include no campfires nor smoking outdoors in the park. These restrictions will be in effect starting at 8:00 am on Friday, April 29, 2022 and will […]
Continue readingNational Park Service announces Stage II Fire Restrictions beginning May 4, 2022 for El Malpais and El Morro National Monuments
May 4, 2022 0 Comments
May 4, 2022 Contact: Lisa Dittman, 505-285-4641 ext. 218, lisa_dittman@nps.gov Grants, NM – As a result of the extreme fire danger, Stage II Fire Restrictions are being implemented in El Malpais and El Morro National Monuments. Stage II restrictions include no campfires or smoking outdoors in the park. These restrictions are in effect beginning at […]
Continue readingLincoln National Forest in Stage 2 Fire Restrictions
April 28, 2022 0 Comments
The Lincoln National Forest joins other forest and parks in New Mexico who are implementing strict fire restrictions among a flurry of wildfires across the state. The Lincoln National Forest is entering Stage 2 fire restrictions just a week after going into Stage 1 restrictions. Under stage 2 fire restrictions the following is prohibited All […]
Continue readingNational Park Service’s Pueblo Parks Group Implements Stage II Fire Restrictions
April 21, 2022 0 Comments
National Park Service News Release For Immediate Release: April 21, 2022 For further information contact: Bandelier – Joanie Budzileni, joanie_budzileni@nps.gov, 505-672-3861, x1501 Fort Union – BJ Cluff, bj_cluff @nps.gov, 505-425-8025 x226 Pecos – Becky Latanich, becky_latanich@nps.gov, 505-757-7210 Valles Caldera – David Krueger, david_krueger@nps.gov 505-412-0826 Los Alamos, Watrous, Pecos, Jemez Springs, New Mexico – Due to the increased risk of […]
Continue readingCarlsbad Caverns National Park Implements Additional Preventative Measures Due to Increasing Fire Danger
April 21, 2022 0 Comments
Carlsbad Caverns National Park News Release FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 21, 2022 Contact: Laura Steele, Acting Chief Ranger, 575-236-1426, laura_steele@nps.gov Additional Preventative Measures Implemented Due to Increasing Fire Danger CARLSBAD, New Mexico—As a result of increasing fire danger at Carlsbad Caverns National Park, overnight camping is prohibited, permitting of overnight backcountry trips is suspended, and propane stoves are prohibited. The previously issued preventative […]
Continue readingCarlsbad Caverns National Park Implements Preventative Measures Due to Extreme Fire Danger
April 14, 2022 0 Comments
Carlsbad Caverns National Park News Release FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 14, 2022 Contact: Laura Steele, Acting Chief Ranger, 575-236-1426, laura_steele@nps.gov CARLSBAD, New Mexico—Due to extreme fire danger, Carlsbad Caverns National Park will implement the following preventative measures beginning on Friday, April 15: Closure of Walnut Canyon Desert Drive due to tall grass in some parking areas Charcoal and wood fires are prohibited Smoking is prohibited, except […]
Continue readingLincoln National Forest in Stage 1 Fire Restrictions
April 20, 2021 0 Comments
ALAMOGORDO, NM – April 16, 2021 – The Lincoln National Forest implemented Stage 1 Fire Restrictions effective Friday, April 16, 2021, due to high fire danger and ongoing drought conditions. The increased fire danger is due to insufficient moisture and dry fuel conditions across the forest. “Fire officials use several criteria to determine when to […]
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