New Mexico Forestry Division

Official Twitter account for the New Mexico Forestry Division. Our mission is to promote healthy, sustainable forests to benefit current and future generations.

[New Mexico Forestry Division @NMForestry]

We're sunsetting this account but staying active on other platforms!

Stay up to date on wildfires, forestry resources, and photos and stories from the field: Follow us over on Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn, and sign up for our newsletter! Links all in bio.

See you there! 👋

[New Mexico Forestry Division @NMForestry]

Wildfire Notification: Old 66 Fire (Quay County)

Acres: 1,000-2,000 estimated.

Containment: 0% contained.

State Road 469 is closed at Main Ave. Local residents should take caution and avoid the area.

Full notification: https://t.co/HmJhy3LE9X

[New Mexico Forestry Division @NMForestry]

Unified Fire (Valencia County) - Final Update

Containment lines on the Unified Fire held up to tests from higher winds yesterday, raising containment to 50%. Fire crews will continue suppression activities and rehab efforts.

Final notification in full: https://t.co/HmJhy3LE9X

[New Mexico Forestry Division @NMForestry]

Treating forests around communities helps lower wildfire risk. Treatments come in all shapes and sizes, from hand-thinning to machinery.
This Pine Lake, AZ, community came together to protect their buffer areas: https://t.co/z1rytXPxF6
#SouthwestWildfireAwarenessWeek #NMFire

[NWS Albuquerque @NWSAlbuquerque]

Fire Weather Safety Tips (#nmwx)...
-Avoid starting new fires
-Use caution with equipment that can make a spark
-Check chains and exhaust systems
-Do not park on dry grass
-Obey burn bans/restrictions
-Report fires to local officials

[New Mexico Forestry Division @NMForestry]

The National Weather Service is warning of a significant fire weather pattern that will develop this weekend and extend through next week.

The public is strongly advised to avoid all fire-related activities, as conditions will continue to be conducive to rapid fire growth.

[New Mexico Forestry Division @NMForestry]

Burning debris often?
- Use a burn barrel with ventilation and an 1/8" screen cover
- Clear a 10-foot zone
- Never leave your burn unattended
Want more on how to burn safely? Check out this video for steps: https://t.co/aykmxfJ0ay
#SouthwestWildfireAwarenessWeek #NMFire

[New Mexico Forestry Division @NMForestry]

Unified Fire (Valencia County) - Update 3.26.26

Crews extinguished interior smoke and widened/improved control lines across the fire, raising containment to 25%. More accurate mapping downsized the fire’s acreage to 300 acres.

Full update at https://t.co/HmJhy3LE9X

[New Mexico Forestry Division @NMForestry]

Agriculture/debris burning is the #1 human-caused wildfire start in the Southwest.
Burning is an important practice in NM—when done safely: Check local fire restrictions and weather and don't burn in the heat of the day (2-5 p.m.)
#SouthwestWildfireAwarenessWeek #NMFire

[New Mexico Forestry Division @NMForestry]

Wildfire season is here: Are you prepared?
We spoke with @koat7news about how drought and dry fuels are creating above-average risk for wildfire, and what you can do to prepare yourself and your home.
https://t.co/o0A2YT3Jft

[New Mexico Forestry Division @NMForestry]

Howdy, neighbor!
It takes a village to prepare for wildfire. Defensible space goes beyond your yard: Talk to your neighbors about what you're both doing to lower your wildfire risk.
Learn more: https://t.co/3orXGToM1P
#SouthwestWildfireAwarenessWeek #NMFire

[New Mexico Forestry Division @NMForestry]

Unified Fire (Valencia County) update:

500 acres, 0% contained, 150 personnel on full suppression.

Crews work to hold/improve containment lines and search for spot fires.

Power has been restored and evacuations have been lifted.

Read full update at https://t.co/HmJhy3LE9X

[New Mexico Forestry Division @NMForestry]

Heard of Firewise? It's got a new partner: the Wildfire Prepared Program, available now in NM.

Sign up, get assessed and get a home hardening certificate for your insurance.

Learn more at https://t.co/qsNZFT89GN
#SouthwestWildfireAwarenessWeek #NMFire

[New Mexico Forestry Division @NMForestry]

The Home Ignition Zone: This 5-100 ft. radius is the critical buffer to protect your home from wildfire.
Break up tree canopies, cut low limbs, move propane tanks/firewood and mow that grass.
Questions? Your local fire dept. can help!
#SouthwestWildfireAwarenessWeek #NMFire

[New Mexico Forestry Division @NMForestry]

Embers can be as small as a thumbnail and are the leading cause of home loss in a wildfire.
Protect your Zero Zone (your home) and Home Ignition Zone (100 ft radius) from ember attack.
Learn more at https://t.co/UXrlVdrHEO
#SouthwestWildfireAwarenessWeek #NMFire

[New Mexico Forestry Division @NMForestry]

Wildfire Notification: Unified Fire (Valencia County)
Est. 125 acres, 0% contained, local evacuations are in effect.
100 personnel on scene in full suppression.
Read the full update: https://t.co/HmJhy3LE9X

[New Mexico Forestry Division @NMForestry]

🚨Want to know the latest on emergencies? Sign up for your county's alert system and follow them on Facebook.
Social media may not be perfect, but those notifications can be critical when disaster strikes.
#SouthwestWildfireAwarenessWeek #NMFire

[New Mexico Forestry Division @NMForestry]

Step 1 of wildfire season: Pack a go bag. Get ready to get out.

Make sure your bag has all the 6 Ps:
- Prescriptions
- Pet and people needs
- Papers (like SS cards)
- Photographs
- Personal computers
- Plastic (credit cards)

#SouthwestWildfireAwarenessWeek #NMFire

[New Mexico Forestry Division @NMForestry]

Welcome to #SouthwestWildfireAwarenessWeek. This year's theme: Inside Out: Wildfire Preparedness Starts at Home.
We’ll be taking this week to cover defensible space, home hardening, thinning your property, and organizing with your community.
Stay tuned, stay prepared.
#NMFire

[New Mexico Forestry Division @NMForestry]

State urges residents to protect homes amid elevated wildfire risk

Entering an exceptionally dry fire season, NM Forestry Division urges homeowners to protect their properties and insurance coverage before fire season peaks.

Full release at https://t.co/20iKmTpn48