Fire
InciWeb: Current Fire Incidents
Leveraging advanced monitoring, strategic planning, and efficient project execution, our dedicated team of highly trained professionals is committed to protecting the forest's lands, resources, and surrounding communities. Our fire management program is focused on ensuring a healthy forest for generations to come.
Current Prescribed Fire Operations
Looking for more information about the Lincoln National Forests Prescribed Fire Operations? Check out our Alerts and Updates page for the most updated information.
Planned Prescribed Burn Operations
| Project Name | Ranger District | Location | Treatment Type | Treatment Dates | Treatment Acres |
| Aspen Campground Piles | Sacramento Ranger District | Southeast of Cloudcroft | Prescribed Pile Burn | TBD | 22 |
| Ruidoso Lookout Tower Piles | Smokey Bear Ranger District | Ruidoso Lookout Tower | Prescribed Pile Burn | POSTPONED Dec. 2 - Dec. 12, 2025 | 10 |
InProgress Prescribed Burn Operations
| Project Name | Ranger District | Location | Treatment Type | Treatment Dates | Treatment Acres |
Completed Prescribed Burn Operations
| Project Name | Ranger District | Location | Treatment Type | Treatment Dates | Treatment Acres |
| Smokey Bear Admin Piles | Smokey Bear Ranger District | Smokey Bear Ranger District Office | Prescribed Pile Burn | Oct. 21 - 22, 2025 | 2 |
| James Ridge/Spud Patch Canyon Piles | Sacramento Ranger District | James Ridge, 16 Springs Canyon, Spud Patch Canyon | Prescribed Pile Burn | Oct. 23-26, 2025 | 81 |
| Sacramento Administration Site Piles | Sacramento Ranger District | Sacramento Administration Site | Prescribed Pile Burn | Oct. 23-26, 2025 | 32 |
| 16 Springs Prescribed Burn | Sacramento Ranger District | Carr Gap Road | Prescribed Burn | Nov 7-14, 2025 | TBA |
| Slide Campground Piles | Sacramento Ranger District | South of Cloudcroft | Prescribed Pile Burn | Nov 20-24, 2025 | TBA |
| 16 Springs Block 1 | Sacramento Ranger District | Carr Gap Road(607) | Prescribed Burn | Dec. 11 - Dec. 16, 2025 | TBA |
Fire Information
Directory of New Mexico and Southwestern Region fire information and resources. Includes state and interagency fire information. Be prepared and stay informed.
Fire Prevention
This section includes preventive steps you can take to protect people, pets and property during the fire season and year-round.
Fire Careers
The USDA Forest Service, Southwestern Region will soon be hiring permanent fire and aviation management positions. Help protect our nation's resources for generations to come! Learn about upcoming events and training.