Wildfire near Ruidoso is 19% contained; heat & wind pose threat Published
Wildfire near Ruidoso is 19% contained; heat & wind pose threat
UPDATE #8: Officials on Sunday said the Three Rivers Fire burning near Ruidoso had reached 19% containment, while now estimating the size of the blaze at 7,119 acres.
Mapping of the fire after an aerial reconnaissance flight showed multiple lingering fires inside the perimeter continue to burn. (and) there are still areas of combustion and smoke.
Forestry officials warned that a combination of warm temperatures, very low humidity, and strong winds on Sunday afternoon could increase the threat posed by the fire.
In addition, officials said winds gusts from the southwest could lead to an increase in smoke - with people being able to see and smell it especially in the northeast area of Ruidoso.
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