Santa Fe National Forest responding after 8 wildfires spark, likely due to lightning
Santa Fe National Forest crews are responding to eight wildfires that ignited in recent days, likely as a result of lightning, amid a statewide heat wave that is coinciding with the start of the ...
As new blazes emerge, crews battle nearly 200 wildfires across US
The National Interagency Fire Center reported 183 wildfires burning across the United States, including eight large new ones.
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New Mexico seeing more lightning-caused wildfires
NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – It’s been a busy summer for New Mexico firefighters with more lightning-sparked fires breaking out in recent weeks. The New Mexico Forestry Division manages and tackles many fires ...
Crews respond to 6 small wildfires in Carson National Forest following 11,000 lightning strikes
Lightning strikes continue to be a major cause of wildfires in New Mexico this summer, with a string of six small fires reported in the Carson National Forest this week as containment work continues ...
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San Carlos Apache firefighter dies battling New Mexico wildfire
San Carlos Apache temporary emergency support crewmember Randy Lupe, 62, died on Aug. 23, 2026. An Arizona wildland ...
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2 new wildfires burn 10 acres each in Manzano Mountains near Mountainair
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. – Two new wildfires, each about 10 acres, are burning in the Manzano Mountains Monday. According to ...
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FBI offering $10,000 for information on who started New Mexico wildfires
The Federal Bureau of Investigation is offering a $10,000 reward for information leading to an arrest and conviction of whoever is responsible for starting wildfires near Ruidoso, New Mexico. The ...
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New Mexico seeing more lightning-caused wildfires
Editor’s Note: The New Mexico Forestry Division clarified that they have seen a 97% increase in lightning starts. This story has been updated to show that. NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – It’s been a busy summer ...