"With 200 acres already burned and no containment, the fire represents a moderate threat that could expand if conditions worsen, highlighting the need for monitoring and potential resource deployment."
The Perro Canyon wildfire was discovered on July 10, 2026, in San Miguel County, New Mexico, and has grown to 200 acres with no containment reported. The cause remains undetermined and no jurisdictional agency has been identified. As of the latest update on September 22, 2026, there is no information on personnel, fire behavior, or weather conditions, and the incident remains active.
Good air quality. Outdoor activity is generally safe near this incident.
Nearest reporting station: Taos. Source: AirNow.gov (EPA).
General wildfire safety guidance applies: stay informed about local conditions, avoid outdoor activities in fire-prone areas, and be prepared to evacuate if instructed.
IRWIN ID: {F4C8FF7B-CC62-4F00-AA1D-F3D8D7EF8241}
Discovered: Jul 10, 2026
Cause: Undetermined
Coordinates: 35.4595, -103.9462
Other wildfires that have recently been contained or dropped from official tracking in NM.
The Perro Canyon Fire has burned 200 acres as of September 22, 2026.
The Perro Canyon Fire has not yet reached any official containment.
The official cause has been listed as: Undetermined.
The Perro Canyon Fire is burning in San Miguel, NM.
Yes, as of the latest official update, the Perro Canyon Fire remains active.
Real-time map, acreage, and containment for every major U.S. wildfire, updated from official NIFC data.
View Live Map →