Drought in New Mexico

Fire Information

Drought and wildfire risk are linked. Dry conditions lead to increased fuel (dry grass, dead trees, etc.). Additionally, weather patterns (wind, low humidity, low precipitation) during a drought often enhance wildfire risks. Please visit the following resources for more information.

National Interagency Fire Center

https://www.emnrd.nm.gov/sfd/

Courtesy of the National Interagency Fire Center and the New Mexico - Energy, Minerals and Natural Resources Department

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Current Fire Restrictions

Courtesy of New Mexico State Parks Division