Three Rivers Fire winding down, 30% contained and 7,033 acres
The Three Rivers Fire that began April 26 was 30% contained on Wednesday as precipitation moved into the area and cool weather prevailed in Lincoln County.
The Three Rivers Fire fire was reported to be consuming 7,033 acres as of 8 a.m. on May 5.
The cause of the fire remained under investigation. It s pretty much winding down at this point, we re seeing less heat when they do reconnaissance flights which is good news, Lincoln National Forest spokeswoman Laura Rabon said. (We re) a little concerned about the south side so (Tuesday) they sent two crews down and they re going to send one crew right above the perimeter line and one crew down to straddle the southern border of the fire.
Wildfire near Ruidoso now 33% contained; perimeter hasn t grown for several days
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Three Rivers Fire near Ruidoso has drastically decreased in intensity
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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.