"The fire’s rapid early growth to 300 acres within 24 hours highlights its potential for significant impact, underscoring the need for monitoring and potential resource allocation."
The Corralitos wildfire, located in San Miguel County, New Mexico, was first discovered on September 7, 2026 at 15:20:52. The fire, caused by natural factors, expanded rapidly from 25 acres on September 8 to 300 acres by September 9, 16:40, before decreasing to 266 acres later that day. No containment has been reported, and no personnel or cost information is available. The incident remains active with no official updates on containment or resource deployment.
Good air quality. Outdoor activity is generally safe near this incident.
Nearest reporting station: Santa Fe. Source: AirNow.gov (EPA).
General wildfire safety guidance applies: stay informed of local advisories, avoid outdoor activities in fire-prone areas, and have an evacuation plan ready.
IRWIN ID: {87E1E2EA-1DD5-4923-A9B8-E4552AADA1D1}
Discovered: Sep 7, 2026
Cause: Natural
Coordinates: 35.2478, -104.1357
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The Corralitos Fire has burned 266 acres as of September 9, 2026.
The Corralitos Fire has not yet reached any official containment.
The official cause has been listed as: Natural.
The Corralitos Fire is burning in San Miguel, NM.
Yes, as of the latest official update, the Corralitos Fire remains active.
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