"The fire’s rapid expansion to 152 acres and the significant resources committed—over 80 personnel and a $2.3 million cost—highlight its impact on the local environment and the intensity of the response required."
The Mogote Ridge wildfire, located in Rio Arriba County, New Mexico, was first discovered on August 26, 2026. The U.S. Forest Service is the jurisdictional agency, and the cause remains undetermined. The fire grew from 50 acres on August 27 to a peak of 152 acres by September 11, with containment reaching 100% on September 9 and again on September 28. During the period of active growth, personnel peaked at 84 and fire behavior was described as moderate, shifting to minimal as containment improved. The incident’s estimated cost rose from $500,000 to $2,300,000 as containment efforts intensified.
Official source description: 6 Miles E from Canjilon, NM
Minimal; Group Torching
Good air quality. Outdoor activity is generally safe near this incident.
Reporting area: . Source: AirNow.gov (EPA).
Observed: 2026-10-11 02:00:00 UTC · Site: Coyote Ranger District.
The current fire behavior is minimal and the fire is fully contained; however, general wildfire safety guidance still applies, including staying informed about local conditions and following any official advisories.
IRWIN ID: {CEF009F8-3B2A-4EEF-A2DC-857A404BE55B}
Discovered: Aug 26, 2026
Cause: Undetermined
Managing Agency: USFS
Est. Cost to Date: $2,300,000
Coordinates: 36.4917, -106.3055
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The Mogote Ridge Fire has burned 152 acres as of September 28, 2026.
Yes, the Mogote Ridge Fire is fully contained (100%).
The official cause has been listed as: Undetermined.
The Mogote Ridge Fire is burning in Rio Arriba, NM.
The Mogote Ridge Fire currently meets our U.S. incident tracking criteria. This does not confirm current fire behavior.
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