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Burn Barrel Safety: Spark Safety Not Wildfires

March 25, 2025 by BLM New Mexico 0 Comments

Thinking about using a burn barrel? Clear 10 feet to mineral soil around the barrel. Make sure it’s properly ventilated and has a 1/8” screen cover to prevent ember escape. Check for holes that would allow embers to escape and screen those areas also or replace the barrel. Always keep water and tools nearby! Spark […]

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SW Wildfire Awareness Week: Make it your goal to extinguish hot coals!

April 3, 2021 by BLM New Mexico 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 

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