Lightning-caused fires contained on Lincoln National Forest
Two lightning-caused wildfires in the Lincoln National Forest burned nearly a total of five acres in Eddy and Lincoln counties Saturday.
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Two lightning-caused wildfires in the Lincoln National Forest burned nearly a total of five acres in Eddy and Lincoln counties Saturday.
About 750 personnel are dedicated to fighting the blaze, the third largest in state history.
Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham met with homeowners and local officials while surveying homes in villages overcome by flames during the past several weeks
About 30 miles northwest of Truth or Consequences, the Black Fire is the second-largest wildfire burning in the state.
Over 50,000 more acres of land are burning in the Gila National Forest since Friday as the Black Fire grows by 50% over the weekend.