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BCFD amps up wildfire readiness
BCFD amps up wildfire readinessThe Bernalillo County fire chief said after being told this year’s wildfire season is going to be a tough one he’s mandating that the entire crew get additional training and be federally certified to fight wildland fires. -
Upcoming fire season expected to be bad
Upcoming fire season expected to be badWith parts of the state still dry as a bone, the upcoming fire season is expected to be a bad one. All 200 Bernalillo County firefighters are training for wildland fire certification in 2011, instead of the usual 35 to better prepare them. -
Dog Canyon Fire starts
Dog Canyon Fire startsThe “Dog Canyon” fire began Thursday 50 miles southwest of Carlsbad, New Mexico. About 100 firefighters are at the scene as the fire burns in a steep-rugged terrain. -
Delta Fire starts
Delta Fire startsThe “Delta Fire” started around 11 o’ clock Sunday north of Brantley Lake in Eddy County -
Prairie Fire starts
Prairie Fire startsAnother blaze called the “Prairie Fire” in Roosevelt County has burned more than 3,000 acres. It is about 18 miles South of Elida. -
Enterprise Fire Starts
Enterprise Fire StartsThe "Enterprise Fire" near Lovington has consumed more than 30,000 plus acres. The primary area burned north of Maljamar in Lea County. As of Monday morning, the fire was reportedly 40-miles long. The state forestry service said at least three structures have been burned at this point, two hay barns and another unknown. -
The Delta Fire 100% contained
The Delta Fire 100% containedThe "Delta Fire" north of Brantley Lake in Eddy County consumed about 1,000 acres before it was put out. A campfire is believed to be the cause of the fire. -
The Prairie Fire 100% contained
The Prairie Fire 100% containedThe "Prairie Fire" burned about 3,000 acres south of Elida in Roosevelt County. That fire is reported to be totally contained. -
The Rusus Fire starts
The Rusus Fire startsThe Rusus Fire has spread across 160 acres, according to the Southwest Coordinating Center, an Albuquerque-based interagency fire management office. One home has been evacuated as a precaution. The fire is about 12 miles north of Maljamar, and the Maljamar Fire Department on the scene describes the blaze as a running grass fire 1/4 mile wide by a mile long. -
Quail Ridge Fire Starts
Started by a vechicle with a hot catalytic converter stopping beside a highway near Silver City. Sixty structures, 13 of them homes, destroyed. -
Quail Ridge Fire destroys, evacuates homes
Quail Ridge Fire destroys homesThe Quail Ridge Fire has destroyed 10-15 structures, many of them homes, and continues to grow south of Silver City. As many as 100 homes have been evacuated, and numerous roads in the area east of State Road 90 are closed to public access. -
Skyranger flies over Quail Ridge Fire
Skyranger flies over Quail Ridge FireNews 13 pilot-reporter Bob Martin in Skyranger flew over the Quail Ridge Fire late Monday afternoon sending back graphic video of the flames churning through a residential area south of Silver City. -
Victims of Quail Ridge Fire receive help
Victims of Quail Ridge Fire receive helpThe American Red Cross Southwestern Chapter reports about 60 people have arrived at the evacuation center in the Grant County Civic Center. Red Cross volunteers from the Silver City area and Deming are on the scene assisting with a trailer containing cots and other supplies. Red Cross volunteers in Las Cruces are on standby to join the effort, Chapter community manager Melanie Mitchard said. -
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Quail Ridge Fire
More Details>> The wind-driver fire ignited by the catalytic converter of a vehicle that pulled off a highway destroyed a dozen homes and caused more than $2.5 million in property damage. By March 10 the fire was 80 percent contained at 1,776 acres. -
Quail Ridge fire receives assistance
Quail Ridge fire receives assistanceAn Albuquerque Fire Department engine left this morning with four firefighters for Silver City to help contain the fire and to provide structure protection. -
Skyranger flies over Quail Ridge Fire for second time
Skyranger flies over Quail Ridge Fire for second timeTake a look at the KRQE News 13 Skyranger video as it flies over the Quail Ridge Fire near Silver City, New Mexico. -
Quail Ridge Fire photo gallery
destroys, threatens homes in SW NMPhotos from the Quail Ridge Fire that destroyed, threatened homes in SW NM -
Quail Ridge Fire destroys, threatens homes
Quail Ridge Fire destroys, threatens homes Although the Quail Ridge Fire is about 50 percent contained, fire officials think about 100 structures are still threatened by the blaze. It was determined that 60 structures have been burned by this wildfire, but only 13 of those structures were people's primary residences. The fire is estimated at 1,776 acres. -
Cause of Quail Ridge Fire discovered
Cause of Quail Ridge Fire discoveredState fire investigators say a hot catalytic converter sparked the wildfire that destroyed more than a dozen homes near Silver City. -
Governor Martinez tours Quail Ridge Fire damage
Governor Martinez tours Quail Ridge Fire damageOn Wednesday afternoon Gov. Susana Martinez toured the damage from the nearly 1,800-acre Quail Ridge Fire. Thirteen homes and dozens of outbuildings in the Silver Acres area were lost, two horses died and more than a dozen dogs and cats are still missing. -
Quail Ridge Fire 80 percent contained
Quail Ridge Fire 80 percent containedAs of Thursday morning, the fire was listed as 80 percent contained with only 50 personnel still fighting the blaze. Thirteen of the 60 structures destroyed in the wildfire were homes. Fire officials are still listing 200 structures threatened, but mentioned that this number will stay high until the fire is completely contained. -
The Lakewood Fire starts
Lakewood fire contained, 2 homes damagedThe Lakewood Fire reported shortly before 1:30 p.m. is just east of Tajique and south of State Road 55. New Mexico State Forestry intially reported the fire at about 70 acres but later reduced that to 20 acres or fewer. Aerial video from News 13 Skyranger showed volunteer firefighters defending a home and other structures on one property. The fire was declared 100% just after 4:00 p.m. but not before two homes were damaged, according to State Forestry. -
Bingaman, Udall tour Quail Ridge Fire damage
Bingaman and Udall survey fire damageSenator Jeff Bingaman went back to his hometown of Silver City with Senator Tom Udall Friday to tour the damage left behind by the Quail Ridge Fire. -
Critical fire danger warning
Critical fire danger warningWarming and windy conditions are increasing the danger of wildfires prompting several state and local agencies to issue a warning bulletin for residents of metro Albuquerque and the East Mountains. The National Weather Service is calling for critical fire danger beginning on Wednesday, March 16th through the weekend along the Bosque and the East Mountains. -
The Orchard Fire starts
The Orchard Fire startsA wildfire estimated at more than 200 acres is burning about 11 miles south of Roswell. The Orchard Fire, the blaze was churning through grass on private land, according to New Mexico State Forestry. Several outbuildings may have been damaged or destroyed, but no homes have been damaged. -
The Eagle Draw Fire Starts
The Eagle Draw Fire StartsThe Eagle Draw Fire near Hope about 20 miles west of Artesia. It has scorched about 4,000 acres of open range. No structures have been threatened -
The Lambson Fire starts
The Lambson Fire startsThe Lambson Fire has burned about 100 acres of grasslands near Ramah. At last report firefighters had contained it on three sides. No structures have been damaged. -
Curry County OKs power to ban burning
Curry County OKs power to ban burningTo help prevent wildfires, Curry County commissioners approved an ordinance allowing them to ban burning. They would only be allowed to do so in extreme conditions, and the penalties are stiff. A $300 fine or 90 days in jail. -
The Valle Canyon Fire starts
The Valle Canyon Fire startsThe Valle Canyon Fire has now grown to an estimated 355 acres, but light winds are slowing its progress. The location of the fire is described as 1.5 miles south of Pajarito Mountain along the Valle Trail and the boundary of the Valles Caldera National Preserve. Several miles west of Los Alamos in a mix of forest and meadows in the Jemez Mountains. -
The Hyland Fire starts
The Hyland Fire startsThe Hyland Fire starts in the Sandia Mountains foothills, Albuquerque firefighters ruled the fire to be accidental. A couple of young men playing with a model rocket started the fire sometime around 7 p.m. Wednesday. They are not expected to face charges. -
Hyland Fire starters may have to pay big bucks
Fire starters may have to pay big bucksThe two men, who accidentally started the Hyland Fire in the Sandia Foothills with a model rocket, may end up paying for it. The men are not facing any criminal charges. However they we're told the city and county may go after them for the cost of the response, which could be upwards of $20,000 dollars. -
The Sevilleta Fire starts
The Sevilleta Fire startsState Forestry is respondined to the Sevilleta Fire, near Bernardo, New Mexico. West of the river and north of Highway 60. -
The Rabbit Rd. Fire starts
The Rabbit Rd. Fire startsThe Santa Fe County Fire Department is responded to a brush fire near Rabbit Road and St. Francis Drive in Santa Fe. The Rabbit Rd. Fire has burned between 3 and 4 acres. -
Photos: Monte Largo Fire
Photos: Monte Largo FireIn Albuquerque, the "Monte largo fire" produced smoke and flames with crowded neighborhoods close by at the eastern end of Menaul. -
Photos: Sevilleta Fire
Photos: Sevilleta FireThe "Sevilleta fire" burned dozens of acres of grassland, and trees, before jumping the river and sparking spot fires on the east side of the Rio Grande. -
The Monte Largo Fire starts
The Monte Largo Fire startsThe Albuquerque Fire Department is responding to a brush fire in the foothills east of Menaul Boulevard and Monte Largo Drive. The Monte Largo Fire is burning in the same area of the recent "highland Fire" and has burned about five acres. -
White Fire Starts
Human-caused fire fanned by 60 mph winds, threatened Ruidoso and Ruidoso Dowsn. Five homes destroyed. More than 10,000 acres of forest burned. -
Monte Largo Fire 100% contained
Monte Largo Fire 100% containedThe Monte Largo Fire in the Albuquerque foothills is now 100 percent contained. Fire officials said before fizzling out the fire burned 40 acres. Albuquerque Fire Chief James Breen said it appears the fire was human caused. -
Photos: White Fire
Photos: White FireFire officials are responding to a grass fire, they are calling the "White Fire," which is burning near Gavilan Canyon in Ruidoso. -
The White Fire starts
The White Fire startsFire officials responded to a grass fire, they are calling the "White Fire," which is burning near Gavilan Canyon in Ruidoso. Four homes and several barns east of the Ruidoso Downs Racetrack have been destroyed. -
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White Fire
More Details>> The White Fire spread over more than 10,000 acres near Ruidoso and mostly in the Lincoln National Forest. It was last reported to be 95 percent contained with full containment expected on April 13. -
White Fire spurs evacuations, destroys homes
White Fire spurs evacuations, destroys homesThe White Fire swelled to 6,500 acres Monday as it consumed at least five homes, but firefighters now are taking advantage of a dramatic drop in wind speeds. Latest estimates are that it scorched 6,500 acres and is now 20 percent contained. Some residents evacuated from their homes are being allowed to return. -
Evacuations lifted for White Fire
Evacuations lifted for White FireThe White fire is now estimated to have charred more than 10,000 acres. Firefighters spent the night patrolling the fire perimeter. Evacuations have been lifted, and school is resuming today in both Ruidoso and Ruidoso Downs. -
Santa Fe Fire Dept issues ban on open burining
Santa Fe Fire Dept issues ban on open buriningThe Santa Fe Fire Department is banning open burning in the city limits of New Mexico's capital. It's also banning smoking in the city's public parks, recreation areas or on city trails. Fire Marshal Angelo Ortego says dry conditions have increased the risk of wildfires. -
White fire human caused
White fire human causedInvestigators say the White Fire burning near Ruidoso is human-caused. -
Gov. Martinez tours damage from White Fire
Gov. Martinez tours damage from White FireGov. Susana Martinez is travels to Ruidoso Wednesday to inspect damage from the White Fire. The fire broke out Sunday near Ruidoso Downs and has destroyed five homes and burned 10,000 acres. It's now 35 percent contained and is no longer threatening structures. -
White Fire 75% contained
White Fire 75% containedFire officials say the White Fire burning near Ruidoso is now 75 percent contained. -
Sevilleta Fire 90% contained
Sevilleta Fire 90% containedSevilleta Fire in Socorro county, is now 90 percent contained, and has charred just over 2,000 acres. -
The Kizer 5 Fire starts
The Kizer 5 Fire startsFire crews are responding to a grass fire burning 15 miles north of Tatum, New Mexico. The "Kizer 5 Fire" started around 4 o'clock Saturday about nine miles west of Crossroads in Lea County. It has burned nearly 5,000 acres and structures are threatened. -
Kizer 5 Fire contained
Kizer 5 Fire containedFirefighters have completed containment lines around a grass fire that scorched about 46 square miles near Tatum in one day. New Mexico Forestry spokesman Dan Ware says crews were mopping up and patrolling lines Sunday around the so-called Kizer 5 fire 15 miles north of Tatum. -
Crews on standby at "contained fires"
Crews on standby at "contained fires"New Mexico State Forestry officials said fire crews will be monitoring already contained wildfires to make sure they don't respark. -
The Rabbit Ear Fire starts
The Rabbit Ear Fire startsFirefighters are working a blaze in Northeast New Mexico that is estimated 6,000 acres. The “Rabbit Ear Fire” started at 6 p.m. about five miles outside of Clayton, New Mexico. -
A dozen counties face fire restrictions
A dozen counties face fire restrictionsThe U.S. Bureau of Land Management is instituting fire restrictions across more than a dozen counties in southern New Mexico. -
Aid offered to White Fire homeowners
Aid offered to White Fire homeownersFederal funds could help low- and moderate-income homeowners rebuild or remodel homes damaged by a fire this month in the Ruidoso area of southern New Mexico. -
Bosque fire limits may become permanent
Bosque fire limits may become permanentWith the recent rash of wildfires in New Mexico Bernalillo County is looking at permanently changing what people can and can't do in public open spaces. Local fire agencies met Tuesday to discuss putting a ban on fire and fireworks in the Rio Grande bosque that would not expire. -
Limits placed on burning in 29 counties
Limits placed on burning in 29 countiesFire restrictions in 29 New Mexico counties go into effect at 8 a.m. Saturday, state officials announced Friday. New Mexico Energy, Minerals and Natural Resources Secretary-Designate John Bemis and State Forester Tony Delfin today announced restrictions on fireworks, smoking, campfire and open-fires for 29 counties. The restrictions will go into effect at 8:00 a.m., Saturday, April 16, 2011. -
The Tom Lyons Fire starts
The Tom Lyons Fire startsThe Tom Lyons Fire has erupted in Silver City torching one home and spreading toward the Gila National Forest, forest officials and Silver City police have confirmed. The fire began about 3 p.m. in the rugged northern quadrant of the city where a home on Tom Lyons Drive is reported to be on fire. -
The Pine Lawn Fire starts
The Pine Lawn Fire startsaFirefighters are responding to the “Pine Lawn Fire” burning southwest of the Gila National Forest. The fire is burning near Rancho Grande Estates. Homes are under voluntary evacuations. -
Tire Fire Starts
Cause listed as sparks or hot metal from a blown vehicle tire. Fire spread across approximately 40,000 acres destroying several homes, pasture and range grasses and miles of ranch fences. -
The Tire Fire starts
The Tire Fire startsThe "Tire Fire" started after a tire was blown on a vehicle. When the tire blew, sparks from the vehicle wheel caught nearby grass on fire. The fire is burning between Melrose and Floyd, New Mexico. It has burned three homes and is estimated at 17,000 acres -
Photos: Tire Fire
Photos: Tire FireFire officials are responding to a grass fire, they are calling the "Tire Fire," which is burning near Melrose and Floyd, New Mexico. -
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Tire Fire
More Details The Tire Fire sparked by a vehicle tire blowout raced 22 miles across open range between Melrose and Clovis destroying three homes, pastures and fence lines. It was 90 percent contained on April 19 with firefighters mopping up hot spots. -
Tire Fire consumes lifelong dream
Tire Fire consumes lifelong dreamThe Tire fire that burned 20 miles of grassland in eastern New Mexico has now been contained. The fire destroyed at least three homes, but for one family, the fire destroyed their dream. Steve Robertson stands amid a pile of ash and twisted metal where his almost-finished dream home once stood on State Road 467 in Curry County. -
Firefighters injured in Tire Fire blaze
Firefighters injured in Tire Fire blazeTwo wildfires that burned homes and injured three men on Sunday continue to flare Monday as firefighters expand containment lines. Three men fighting the Tire Fire south of Clovis were treated at a hospital for smoke inhalation and minor burns and released Sunday night, New Mexico State Forestry spokesman Dan Ware said Monday. -
The Yellow Fire starts
The Yellow Fire startsYellow Fire seven miles north of the Gila Cliff Dwellings National Monument: Human-caused; reported Monday; estimated at midday Tuesday to be 40 acres; smoldering and creeping in grass and timber litter on both sides of the Gila River Middle Fork; 11 firefighters on scene, more on the way. Most potential is to burn to the south. Winds with gusts above 35 mph forecast Tuesday afternoon -
Tire Fire 70% contained
Tire Fire 70% containedTire Fire south and west of Clovis: 17,000 acres; three homes plus other structures destroyed; 70 percent contained. Fire crews mopping up and patrolling for hot spots. Fire named after report it began with a vehicle tire blowout. -
Pine Lawn Fire 50% contained
Pine Lawn Fire eight miles west of Reserve in Catron County: Estimated Monday at 5 p.m. at 500 acres and 50 percent contained; burning and smoldering of downed logs still reported. Burning in pine, piñon, juniper and grass. Crews working on mop up and securing perimeter. Fire burned on both sides of U.S. Highway 180 with most of burned acreage west of the highway. U.S. 180 is open, but speed limit reduced to 35 mph because of fire traffic and heavy smoke. Law enforcement present at both ends of the fire. Pine Lawn Fire eight miles west of Reserve in Catron County: Estimated Monday at 5 p.m. at 500 acres and 50 percent contained; burning and smoldering of downed logs still reported. Burning in pine, piñon, juniper and grass. Crews working on mop up and securing perimeter. Fire burned on both sides of U.S. Highway 180 with most of burned acreage west of the highway. U.S. 180 is open, but speed limit reduced to 35 mph because of fire traffic and heavy smoke. Law enforcement present at both ends of -
Gila Nat'l Forest limits fires, smoking
Gila Nat'l Forest limits fires, smokingThe Gila National Forest in southwestern New Mexico has imposed smoking and fire restrictions. -
Last Chance Fire Starts
More Details >> Started from unknown cause in the Guadalupe Mountains on the Texas state line near Queen, N.M. Grew to 50,000 acres destroying buildings and shelters at Sitting Bull Falls recreation area. -
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Last Chance Fire
More Details>> The Last Chance Fire near Queen southwest of Carlsbad burned through 53,000 acres of rough country. On April 29 it was 60 percent contained with full containment expected on May 1. -
NM firefighters gain national attention
NM firefighters gain national attentionNew Mexico is gaining national attention for many of the firefighters fighting wildfires here. Those firefighters just happen to be prison inmates. -
Martin 2 Fire starts
Martin 2 Fire startsThe Martin 2 Fire began about 9:20 a.m. along U.S. Highway 82 about 12 miles west of Lovington. It quickly spread eastward jumping State Roads 238 and 483 with officials warning more structures would be threatened if firefighters couldn't stop it at State Road 18. -
Ranchers meeting to discuss Tire Fire damage
Ranchers meeting to discuss fire damageFarmers and ranchers who lost fields and pastures in a 17,000-acre wildfire last week can learn about their possible next steps in a meeting with state and federal representatives Wednesday in Clovis. -
The Doom, Fulfer and Jackson Fires started
New fires erupt in southeast N.M.The Doom Fire wasreported Tuesday afternoon near Jal and Artesia have closed a state highway, burned two structures and are threatening more. -
The San Pedro Fire starts
The San Pedro Fire startsSouth of Socorro the San Pedro Fire is listed was listed late Tuesday as zero percent contained as it burned in the river bosque south of U.S. Highway 380. At that time its size was estimated at 20-40 acres. -
Firefighters quell multiple wildfires
Firefighters quell multiple wildfiresFirefighters raced the winds Tuesday trying to knock down wildfires in southeast New Mexico and the Rio Grande bosque. -
Last Chance Fire 40% contained
Last Chance Fire 40% containedThe U.S. Forest Service has mapped the Last Chance Fire in the Guadalupe Mountains and Lincoln National Forest and now estimates its size at 49,000 acres. Lighter winds have allowed helicopters to return to the sky to help ground crews. -
San Pedro Fire threatens homes
San Pedro Fire threatens homesThe San Pedro fire has threatened an estimated 20 structures including homes. At this time the fire is not contained. -
Miller Fire Starts
Believed to be human-caused. Began in Gila Wilderness, closed Gila Cliff Dwellings, burned nearly 90,000 acres through June 7 when declared 98 percent contained. -
The Miller Fire starts
The Miller Fire was reported late Thursday afternoon about 12 miles southwest of the Gila Cliff Dwellings National Monument,The Miller Fire was reported late Thursday afternoon about 12 miles southwest of the Gila Cliff Dwellings National Monument. A human-caused fire in Gila Wilderness grew from 10 acres Friday morning to 100 acres by afternoon as the fight against a 50,000-acre fire in the Lincoln -
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Miller Fire
Believed to be human-caused. Began in Gila Wilderness, closed Gila Cliff Dwellings, burned nearly 90,000 acres through June 7 when declared 98 percent contained. -
Miller Fire in Gila grows to 3,700+ acres
Wildfire in Gila grows to 3,700+ acresCrews continue to battle a wildfire in the New Mexico's Gila Wilderness that has now charred more than 3,700 acres. The so-called Miller fire was first spotted Thursday about 6 miles southwest of the Gila Cliff Dwellings National Monument and 2 miles northwest of Granny Mountain -
Wind adds problems to NM fires
Weekend wind could make things difficult for firefighters battling a handful of wildfires across the state. -
The Abrams Fire starts
The Abrams Fire startsThe "Abrams Fire" has burned more than 12,000 acres so far east of Las Cruces. Officials said the fire began because of military exercises in the area. -
Crews make progress on Abrams fire
Crews make progress on Abrams fireFirefighters are reportedly making significant progress in containing an active wildfire in southern New Mexico. A spokesman for the Bureau of Land Management says favorable weather conditions Sunday helped crews contain about 75 percent of the 12,500-acre Abrams Fire. -
Miller Fire still under investigation
Miller Fire still under investigationThe Miller Fire about five miles southwest of the Gila Cliff Dwellings National Monument began April 28 from a human cause that remains under investigation. On Wednesday its size was reported as 9,440 acres. -
Crooked Creek Complex Starts
Lightning-caused fires 15 miles northwest of Hope burned 18,000 acres of grass and brush. -
The Las Vegas Fire starts
The Las Vegas Fire startsCity, county, volunteer, and state firefighters rushed to a wildfire burning just outside Santa Fe Sunday. The Las Vegas Fire broke out around 2 o’clock Sunday afternoon on the old Las Vegas highway east of the Highway 285 junction. -
Mayhill Fire Starts
Firefighters protected the town of Mayhill from wind-driven flames although three homes near the town were losts. Cause of 32,000-acre fire is under investigation. Contained May 28. -
Miller Fire plaguing New Mexico
Miller Fire plaguing New MexicoFirefighters established defensive positions in the Gila National Forest Monday to protect a community and national monument from the monster Miller Fire. -
The Mayhill Fire starts
The Mayhill Fire startsThe Mayhill Fire origin erupted about 2 p.m. Monday and quickly grew to 500 acres. Initially called Graveyard Fire for its point of origin but later renamed the Mayhill Fire, the blaze is burning in piñon and juniper in the Lincoln National Forest about two miles west of the community. -
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Mayhill Fire
Firefighters protected the town of Mayhill from wind-driven flames although three homes near the town were losts. Cause of 32,000-acre fire is under investigation. Demobilization started May 28 with fire 98 percent contained. -
Mayhill fire destroys homes, evacations set
Mayhill fire destroys homes, evacations setCrews continue to batttle a wind-driven wildfire that already has burned structures and has officials urging residents of the Otero County community of Mayhill to evacuate the town. -
Miller fire jumps road, destroys trailers
Gila fire jumps road, destroys trailersMiller Fire extended beyond a highway fire line as firefighters protected homes and the Gila Cliff Dwellings National Monument Visitors Center. On Tuesday the U.S. Forest Service reported the human-caused fire is still spreading after nearly two weeks and now has charred more than 47,000 acres. -
Mayhill Fire evacuations lifted
Mayhill Fire evacuations liftedResidents of Mayhill were allowed back into their Sacramento Mountains community Tuesday morning to find firefighters had managed to save most of the village from a raging wildfire. -
Crooked Creek Complex Fire starts, ends
Crooked Creek Complex Fire starts, endsTuesday firefighters were mopping up the 18,000 acre Crooked Creek Complex fire sparked by lightning about 15 miles northwest of Hope. Minimal fire activity with the fire now 100 percent contained. Fire patrols will monitor lines for the next few days. -
Mayhill Fire swells to 19,000 acres
Mayhill Fire swells to 19,000 acresThe wildfire beaten back by firefighters protecting the community of Mayhill has now grown to 19,000 acres as it spreads deeper into the Lincoln National Forest, according to a new estimate released early Wednesday by the U.S. Forest Service. -
Miller fire crews gain break from weather
Miller fire crews gain break from weatherFirefighters working the 50,000-acre Miller Fire are getting a little natural help as humidity rises and wind speeds drop in the Gila National Forest, the U.S. Forest Service reported Wednesday. -
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Arizona Wallow Fire
The largest wildfire in Arizona history grew to 470,000 acres and 18 percent containment by June 14. Fire on the Arizona-New Mexico state line is belived to be human-caused. (ongoing) -
Fire danger closing Cibola Nat'l Forest
Fire danger closing Cibola Nat'l ForestThe Forest Service announced Thursday it will close the Manzano and Gallinas Mountains in the Cibola National Forest as early as Monday because of unusually dry conditions. The Lincoln National Forest was also shut down to all public use on Thursday because it's so dry. -
Crooked Creek Firefighting plane bombs neighborhood
Crooked Creek Firefighting plane bombs neighborhoodAn air tanker on its way to the Crooked Creek fire near Artesia definitely missed its target on Tuesday. The door malfunctioned over Roswell sending 1,000 gallons of flame retardant onto a neighborhood. Cars, streets even people and pets were covered. -
Miller Fire more than 70,000 acres
Miller Fire more than 70,000 acresThe Miller Fire near the rugged Gila Wilderness in the southwest has grown to more than 70,000 acres. -
Mayhill Fire burns 32,000 acres
Mayhill Fire burns 32,000 acresMayhill fire around Lincoln National Forest is nearing containment after scorching nearly 32,000 acres. -
Fire danger closes forests, BLM lands
Fire danger closes forests, BLM landsBeginning Wednesday, the Mountainair Ranger District says it will close the Manzano and Gallinas Mountains. The use of all campgrounds, day use picnic areas, and trails in the district will be prohibited. All National Forest System Roads in the district will be closed, although state and country roads will remain open. On Thursday, the Bureau of Land Management said it will be enacting fire restrictions on public lands it manages in Bernalillo, Catron, Cibola, McKinley, Sandoval, Socorro, and V -
Fire fears expand closings, patrols
Fire fears expand closings, patrolsOn Saturday police and firefighters as well as 100 volunteers will be cleaning up the area and clearing brush to try and keep it as safe as possible during this very dry and windy fire season. Meanwhile additional closures and restrictions related to extreme fire danger have been announced: -
The Rifle Fire starts
The Rifle Fire startsA wildfire reported late Thursday morning in Lincoln County has grown to 200 acres shutting down state and U.S. highways. The Rifle Fire has jumped State Road 220, and U.S. Highway 380 is closed between Capitan and Hondo, according to New Mexico State Forestry. -
Miller fire at nearly 79,000 acres
Miller fire at nearly 79,000 acresA wildfire burning north of Silver City now has charred nearly 79,000 acres and remains 40 percent contained. The Miller Fire has been burning since April 28 in and near the rugged Gila Wilderness in southwest New Mexico. -
Fire danger shuts New Mexico forests
Fire danger shuts New Mexico forests Dangerous fire conditions around the state have closed some forest areas and campgrounds that have not seen such restrictions in several years. And bans on campfires and smoking are in effect all over the state. -
MIller fire grows; danger affects holiday
MIller fire grows; danger affects holidayThe U.S. Forest Service says the Miller Fire north of Silver City has now burned more than 81,500 acres. The wildfire is now 47 percent contained. -
Firefighters pounce on new Miller Fire blazes
Firefighters pounce on new Miller Fire blazesU.S. Forest Service firefighters and aircraft responded quickly over the weekend as two new fires--one caused by a tossed cigarette--broke out in Gila National Forest. -
The Black WAter Draw Fire starts
The Black WAter Draw Fire startsA grass fire near Portales is almost contained, and firefighters wrapped historic cabins with metallic tarps in the Gila National Forest to protect them from an 83,000-acre blaze there. The Black Water Draw Fire northeast of Portales was last reported to be 80 percent contained at an estimated 2,200-2,500 acres. -
Gila Cliff Dwellings fire closure ends
Gila Cliff Dwellings fire closure endsThe U.S. Forest Service is lifting some closures in the Gila National Forest in advance of the Memorial Day weekend while warning the fire danger remains high. -
The Manzano Fire starts
The Manzano Fire startshe Manzano fire is out of control, has burned one structure and is threatening at least one more. A spokesman for New Mexico State Forestry quotes the incident commander on the scene as saying the burned structure is a home. -
The Bear Fire starts
The Bear Fire startsA lightning-sparked wildfire burning on Horseshoe Mesa is threatening a home and seasonal cabins in northeastern New Mexico. The Bear Fire started last night and has burned 35 acres and is threatening one home and eight unoccupied season cabins. -
Wallow Fire Starts
The largest wildfire in Arizona history grew to 470,000 acres and 18 percent containment by June 14. Fire on the Arizona-New Mexico state line is belived to be human-caused. -
Osha Fire Starts
Only burned 720 acres near Vadito but closed a state highway and prompted evacuations. Reported 98 percent contained on June 9. -
The Osha Fire sarts
The Osha Fire sartsThe Osha Fire is burning about five miles outside of the ski resort town, which is about 20 miles southeast of Taos. -
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Osha Fire
Only burned 720 acres near Vadito but closed a state highway and prompted evacuations. Reported 98 percent contained on June 9. -
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Photo Gallery: Wildfire smoke hazes N.M.
Wildfire smoke hazes N.M.Smoke filled the air on Thursday June, 2nd and into the following week across New Mexico. -
Wallow Fire plume reaches New Mexico
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Weather forecast for smoke plume
Weather just right for smoke plumeNews 13 meteorologist Kristen Van Dyke explains why parts of New Mexico are choked with smoke mostly coming from fires far to the west. -
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Wallow Fire Photos
Wallow Fire PhotosSome striking photographs here display the severity of this wildfire. -
NM crews to assist in AZ WAllow fire
NM crews to assist in AZ fireThe Albuquerque Fire Department is pulling together crews to help assist in the battle against the Wallow Fire in eastern Arizona. -
Air quality alert issued due to fires
Air quality alert issued due to firesThe Wallow Fire near Alpine Arizona is still very active producing an extensive plume of smoke stretching across portions of West Central and North Central New Mexico. -
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Metro fire crews join Arizona Wallow fire battle
Metro fire crews join Arizona Wallow fire battleFirefighters from Albuquerque and Rio Rancho are joining the battle against the Wallow Fire just across the state line in Arizona. -
Albuquerque extends air-quality alert
Albuquerque extends air-quality alertThe seemingly endless smoke plume from Arizona's raging forest fire has prompted the city of Albuquerque to extend its warning about degraded air quality into next week. -
Arizona Wallow embers sparking fires in N.M.
Arizona embers sparking fires in N.M.n eye-stinging haze of smoke spewing from a gigantic wildfire in eastern Arizona added a potentially serious public health threat to the conflagration on Saturday as firefighters moved to counter spot fires erupting across the state line in New Mexico. -
Track Fire Starts
Began in Railroad Canyon above Raton closing Interstate 25 and detouring Amtrak trains. Burned 24,000 acres in first 48 hours. Cause under investigation -
The Track Fire starts
The Track Fire startsA wildfire on the New Mexico side of Raton Pass has shut down a section of Interstate 25 between Raton and Trinidad, Colo. -
Loop Fire Starts
Broke out near Carlsbad Caverns closing the national monument and forcing evacuations. Quickly blew up to 14,400 acres. Cause under investigation. -
Horseshoe 2 Fire Starts
Human-caused fire in Arizona's Chiricahua Mountains west of Rodeo, N.M. burned 171,000 acres by June 14 and forced the evacuation of several small communities. -
Fire shuts down Carlsbad Caverns
Nearly 250 visitors were forced to leave the national park and the park has been officially closed until further notice. Full Story -
Assistance on the way to Track Fire
Assistance on the way to Track FireFour members from the Bernalillo County Fire Department were deployed on Tuesday morning to the Track Fire in Raton. -
The Loop Fire starts
The Loop Fire startsThe "Loop Fire" is threatening 22 structures including the Carlsbad Caverns Visitor’s Center. -
Track Fire Flames are still flickering in Raton, water supply a concern
Flames are still flickering in RatonA fire burning in Raton, New Mexico has caused at least 300 homes to be evacuated, and has also posed concerns about the future of the town’s water supply. Many in the small foothill town of Raton said they will never forget the “Track Fire” because they've never seen anything like it. -
Governor to tour Track Fire
Governor to tour Track FireGov. Susana Martinez is headed to Raton this evening, where she will be briefed on a raging wildfire that has charred more than 24,000 acres along the New Mexico-Colorado border. -
Track Fire forces mandatory evacuations
Track Fire forces mandatory evacuationsIncreased Track Fire activity is forcing the mandatory evacuations for residents in the area beginning at Junction 72 and 526 East to Bear Canyon Road, Raton, NM. -
Total fireworks ban elusive, chief says
Total fireworks ban elusive, chief saysState and local government leaders say they have implemented every fire restriction possible, but state law doesn't allow a complete ban. -
Track wildfire won't cut gas after all
Track wildfire won't cut gas after allOfficials have pulled back on plans to cut off natural gas service in the Raton area after the Track Fire damaged a pipeline valve. -
Smoke warning issued for old, new fires
Smoke warning issued for old, new firesWest winds forecast on Wednesday and Thursday are expected to drive wildfire smoke at unhealthy levels into some parts of New Mexico, according to the state health and environment departments. -
I-25 rolls again as Track fire closure lifted
I-25 rolls again as Track fire closure liftedAfter being closed since Sunday by a still-uncontained wildfire Interstate 25 has reopened over Raton Pass. -
Caverns return to life as Loop Fire smoke clears
Caverns return to life as Loop Fire smoke clearsVisitors are returning to Carlsbad Caverns National Park, but the scenery along the winding road to park headquarters looks a lot different due to a wildfire that raced through the area. -
Ridge Fire Starts/Contained
The Ridge Fire erupted from an unknown cause burned near a subdivision in the East Mountains destroying a building and three cars before it was contained. -
Swallow Fire Starts/Contained
A rapid response contained the Swallow Wildfire in Ruidoso but not before it destroyed several homes and forced panicked residents of a forested -
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Photos: Las Conchas Fire
Las Conchas FireSome photographs here display the Las Conchas Fire burning southwest of Los Alamos, NM. -
Monday morning view of Las Conchas fire
Monday morning view of Las Conchas fireSkyranger and pilot Bob Martin fly over the Las Conchas wildfire burning near Los Alamos Monday morning, capturing new video of the damage that the fire has caused. -
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Las Conchas Fire press conference
Las Conchas Fire press conference Officials gather for a noon press conference to give the latest information on the Las Conchas Fire. -
Los Alamos under mandatory evacuation
Los Alamos under mandatory evacuationA mandatory evacuation has been placed on the city of Los Alamos after fire officials are reporting the fire is now threatening Los Alamos. -
30+ structures burn in Las Conchas fire
30+ structures burn in Las Conchas fireAs of 3 a.m. on Monday, the Las Conchas fire burning 12 miles south of Los Alamos was estimated to have consumed over 43,000 acres. Over 30 structures have burned in the fire, primarily in Cochiti mesa and tent rock area. -
Las Conchas fire swells to 60,000 acres
Las Conchas fire swells to 60,000 acresFire crews continue to battle the approximately 60,000 acre Las Conchas wildfire as it approaches the Los Alamos Ski Hill area. -
Las Conchas Tuesday press conference
Las Conchas Tuesday press conferenceMultiple agencies have been working together on the Las Conchas wildfire burning in Los Alamos, New Mexico. -
Martinez urges NM to not use fireworks
Martinez urges NM to not use fireworksGov. Susana Martinez is asking New Mexicans to refrain from using fireworks because of the threat from wildfires. -
Map shows spread of Las Conchas Fire
Map shows spread of Las Conchas FireBased on the latest available information, here is a graphical look at the area burned by the Las Conchas Fire. -
Total bosque, open space fire closure
Total bosque, open space fire closureThe city and the conservancy district have changed their minds and today announced a total closure of the Rio Grande bosque to public access. -
Las Conchas fire swells to 61,000 acres
Las Conchas fire swells to 61,000 acresEven as the Las Conchas Fire continues to rage around Los Alamos, there was a glimmer of good news Tuesday as firefighters held the growing blaze behind critical fire lines. -
Las Conchas triggers air monitoring
Las Conchas triggers air monitoring State and federal officials are monitoring air quality around Los Alamos as a wildfire continues to march through the mountains surrounding the northern New Mexico community. -
Wallow Fire crews begin demobilizing
Wallow Fire crews begin demobilizingThe largest wildfire in Arizona history is now 89 percent contained. -
Cash, snacks sought to aid evacuees
Cash, snacks sought to aid evacueesThe American Red Cross is asking for monetary donations to help the people displaced from by the Las Conchas fire while a Santa Fe food bank is collecting snacks and other items. -
LANL tamping down nuclear fire fears
LANL tamping down nuclear fire fearsA wildfire burning near the desert birthplace of the atomic bomb advanced on the Los Alamos laboratory and thousands of outdoor drums of plutonium-contaminated waste Tuesday as authorities stepped up efforts to protect the site and monitor the air for radiation. -
Wednesday community and media briefs
Wednesday community and media briefsHere is a list of Wednesday's community and media briefs meetings and locations.
