SFNF News:
Acres: 16,934
Start Date: 06/25/2025
Location: Gallina, NM
Cause: Lightning
Personnel: 297
Fuels: Oak brush, Piñon-juniper, and mixed conifer
Containment: 55%
Resources: 2 crews | 9 engines | 4 helicopters | 2 unmanned aircraft system | 2 water tenders | 2 dozer | 3 ambulance
Highlights: Cooler Read More
U.S. Rep. Teresa Leger Fernández
From the Office of U.S. Rep. Teresa Leger Fernández:
Washington, D.C. – U.S. Rep. Teresa Leger Fernández (NM-03) sent a letter to U.S. Forest Service Chief Tom Schultz demanding answers about the agency’s decision-making and response to the devastating Laguna Wildfire that continues to burn across Rio Arriba County.
In the letter, Leger Fernández makes clear that this fire is not just about acres burned. It’s about trust burned. It’s about the lives and legacies of the people of Rio Read More
Los Alamos Fire Chief Wendy Servey announced the names of seven firefighters during the LAFD’s 2025 Biannual Promotional Ceremony Saturday morning at Station 3 in White Rock. The firefighters celebrating their promotion with family, fellow firefighters, and community members include, from left, Capt. Brandon Torrey, Battalion Chief Ray Gandara, Capt. Zac Shriver, Capt. Keith Henery, Driver Engineer Brian Palmer, Driver Engineer Keith Garcia, and Battalion Chief Matt Munoz (not pictured). Photo by John McHale/ladailyposttest.ortizaudio.net Read More
SFNF News:
The Santa Fe National Forest (SFNF) has released the July 20 update on the lightning-caused Laguna Wildfire, which sparked on June 25. It has consumed 16,713 acres in the Coyote Ranger District, 8 miles north of N.M. 96 and west of the Chama River Canyon Wilderness.
Increased smoke can be expected in the coming days as firefighters work to contain the blaze, now 55 percent contained.
Gallina Ranch remains in “GO” evacuation status, and the Monastery of Christ in the Desert remains in “SET” status. For complete information on evacuations in New Mexico, visit https://www.emnrd.nm.gov/sfd/fire-prevention-programs/ready-set-go-new-mexico/ Read More
Los Alamos County Police, Fire, and Utilities crews are responding to the scene of a gas leak this afternoon in Tsikumu Village on North Mesa. Once the leak has been repaired, residents and visitors will be allowed back into the neighborhood. Páya Pavlíková/ladailyposttest.ortizaudio.net
Another view of Los Alamos County Police, Fire, and Utilities crews responding to the scene of a gas leak this afternoon in Tsikumu Village on North Mesa. Once the leak has been repaired, residents and visitors will be allowed back into the neighborhood. Páya Pavlíková/ladailyposttest.ortizaudio.net Read More
SFNF News:
Acres: 15,714
Start Date: 06/25/2025
Location: Gallina, NM
Cause: Lightning
Personnel: 286
Fuels: Oak brush, Piñon-juniper, and mixed conifer
Containment: 44%
Resources: 4 crews | 9 engines | 3 helicopters | 1 unmanned aircraft system | 3 water tenders | 2 dozer | 4 ambulance
Highlights: Firefighters remain focused on securing containment lines, scouting containment line opportunities and reinforcing structure protection in areas at risk. The increase in fire behavior yesterday will be moderated by higher humidity and chance of rain that is predicted for today, providing Read More
SFNF News:
The Santa Fe National Forest (SFNF) has released the update for July 16 on the Laguna Wildfire, which has consumed 15,714 acres in the Coyote Ranger District, 8 miles north of N.M. 96 and west of the Chama River Canyon Wilderness.
Gallina Ranch remains in “GO” evacuation status, and the Monastery of Christ in the Desert remains in “SET” status. For complete information on evacuations in New Mexico, visit https://www.emnrd.nm.gov/sfd/fire-prevention-programs/ready-set-go-new-mexico/.
Acres: 15,714
Start Date: June 25, 2025
Location: Gallina
Cause: Lightning
Personnel: Read More
COUNTY News:
The Los Alamos Fire Department will host a promotional Badge Pinning Ceremony, 10 a.m. Saturday, July 19, in Fire Station 3 at 129 N.M. 4 in White Rock.
Fire Chief Wendy Servey will announce several promotions within the department, including new Battalion Chiefs, Captains, and Driver Engineers.
The event is open to the public.
Direct questions to Acting Deputy Fire Chief Tim Johnson at 505.662.8406 or timothy.johnson@lacnm.us. Read More
SFNF News:
Acres: 15,151
Start Date: 06/25/2025
Location: Gallina, NM
Cause: Lightning
Personnel: 251
Fuels: Oak brush, Pinyon-juniper, and mixed conifer
Containment: 40%
Resources: 3 crews | 6 engines | 3 helicopters | 2 water tenders | 2 dozer | 1 ambulance
Highlights: Firefighters continue working on patrolling and mitigating hazards, evaluating and increasing containment lines, and assessing options, especially in the difficult terrain in the areas of La Presa Canyon.
Fire Activity: Yesterday, on the western edge of the fire, firefighters verified that the line was cold Read More
A firefighting helicopter with a bucket full of water heads back to the Laguna Wildfire today after refueling at the Los Alamos Airport. Acting Los Alamos County Fire Chief Wendy Servey explained that the helicopter is staying at the Los Alamos Airport to provide air support for the Laguna Wildfire. It has a static water supply from a portable 10,000-gallon tank to dip from that is placed out of the way at the airport for the helicopter’s use. Photo by Ann Greene