The New Mexico Forestry Division would like to update you on two wildfires that are requiring the attention of federal, state, and local resources in New Mexico. The Blue 2 and Indios fires are burning on public lands and are being managed by Complex Incident Management Teams.
Blue 2 Fire
Highlights: Firefighters continue to use direct tactics to build fire line along the fire’s edge using hand tools and bulldozers while ensuring safety for all crews. Air resources are dropping water and retardant along the fire lines for reinforcement purposes and to cool down the most active parts of the fire. A feller buncher is being used in the Ski Run Road area to remove debris and allow crews to gain access for suppression efforts. Firefighters continue to place sprinklers and hoses around houses for structure protection.
Fire Activity: The fire is producing more smoke and continues to be active, even during the nighttime, because of hot temperatures and dry conditions.
Weather: Although there are less winds, it is very dry with little chance of rain and hot temperatures.
 
Evacuations: For the latest information:
 
For Ready, Set, Go Status definitions, please visit: https://www.emnrd.nm.gov/sfd/fire-prevention-programs/ready-set-go-new-mexico/
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Acres: 7,178                         
Start Date: May 16, 2024
Location: White Mountain Wilderness approximately 8 miles North of Ruidoso
Personnel: 533                
Cause: Lightning
Containment: 0%                                                          
Fuels: Timber (litter and understory)
Resources: 10 crews | 32 engines | 6 helicopters | 6 bulldozers | 5 Water Tenders
Fire Information Phone Number: (575) 386-5077; open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Media Phone Number:  575-386-5108; open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.