Fire

Fire Preparedness

On the Lincoln National Forest, we are preparing year‑round for fire season. That includes everything from prescribed burning and mechanical thinning to reducing hazardous fuels, to post‑fire restoration work in areas that burned last year. We’re also hiring and training firefighters, coordinating with our partners at the state, county, and tribal levels, and making sure our engines, aircraft, and equipment are ready to go.

As we get closer to fire season, we work closely with the Southwest Coordination Center to monitor conditions and pre‑position resources where they’re most likely to be needed. And we’ll continue to share fire restrictions, closures, and safety information so the public has the most up‑to‑date guidance.

Our “core fire season” typically runs from March through October. During this period, the Forest Service staffs a full range of firefighting resources, including hotshot crews, engine and hand crews, aviation support, and district fire personnel. We also operate within a national mobilization system, which means that if conditions intensify, we can bring in additional firefighters, aircraft, and equipment from across the region or the country.

If people want to stay informed, the Lincoln National Forest website, InciWeb, and New Mexico Fire Information are great places to check throughout the season.