Information
Get the latest on wildfires, prescribed fires, fire restrictions and more.
Wildfires
InciWeb is the official location for fire information on the Carson National Forest. Significant wildfires are usually posted within 24 hours of a new start.
With fire season arriving, here are two simple and clear guides for area residents:
- Evacuation Information and More: Ready, Set, Go!
- Harden Your Property and Home: Prepare Your Home
Prescribed Fires
There are currently no plans for prescribed fire activites in spring 2025.
- Check the prescribed fire website section for more infomation about the forest restoration tool.
Fire Restrictions
Check the fire restrictions alert for current fire restrictions and related prohibitions.
Inciweb - Current Incidents
Stay informed about wildfires and natural disasters by visiting InciWeb. Click the button below for real-time updates, safety information, and resources to help you prepare and respond.
Report a Wildfire
If this is an emergency, call 911. To report a wildland fire, use the map to locate the appropriate Dispatch Center to contact.
Emergency Information
| Site | Description |
|---|---|
| InciWeb | Prescribed fire, wildfires and evacuations |
| Ready! Set! Go! | The Ready, Set, Go! (RSG) program helps residents be prepared when fire threatens and if evacuations are required. |
Current Wildfires and Fire Restrictions
| Site | Description |
|---|---|
| InciWeb | Prescribed fire, wildfires, closures and restrictions |
| Southwest Area Fire Restrictions Map | This website provides information about fire restrictions that are currently in effect in the Southwestern United States. |
| New Mexico Fire Information | Wildfire situation and fire restrictions in New Mexico. |
| Southwest Coordination Center (SWCC) | Located in Albuquerque, NM, and is the interagency focal point for coordinating resources. Weekly outlook reports. |
| National Interagency Fire Center | Nationwide clearinghouse for information on current wildland fire status and national situation reports. |
Weather Outlook
| Site | Description |
|---|---|
| National Interagency Coordination Center | National 7-Day Significant Fire Potential map for the Southwest. |
| National Weather Service (NOAA) | Weather, fire, drought and precipitation outlooks. |
| Southwest Coordination Center (SWCC) | Current weather conditions, including zone maps, wind, drought and smoke monitoring reports |
| FIRMS | The Fire Information for Resource Management System (FIRMS) distributes Near Real-Time (NRT) active fire data (map). |
Air Quality and Smoke Information
| Site | Description |
|---|---|
| AirNow | What is the Air Quality Index by you? Enter your zip code. |
| Smoke and Fire Map | Smoke and fire map provides information on air quality and if outdoor activity should be limited or avoided. |
| Be Smoke Ready | Take steps to prepare for the fire season. Know your risks and plan ahead. |
| AirNow - Alerts | Sign up for EnviroFlash to get alerts when the air quality changes. |
| Smoke and Your Health | New Mexico Environmental Public Tracking websites has smoke information tips to help you during the fire season. |
| How Smoke from Fires can Affect Your Health | Information for people at greater risk and how to reduce exposure. |
Wildfire Preparedness
| Site | Description |
|---|---|
| Firewise Communities | The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) provides information about steps you can take to help protect your home and neighborhood from wildfire. |
| Living with Fire Guide | This guide (English and Spanish) provides recommendations to prepare for wildfire and reduce wildfire threats to homes and communities. |
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