The Rayado Mesa wildfire in New Mexico has been active since July 27, 2026, with a current size of 934 acres and 81% containment as of August 8, 2026.
Official source description: 5 Miles SW from Miami, NM
Moderate; Torching; Creeping; Backing
No specific advice based on the current fire behavior and evacuation status.
IRWIN ID: {2DF78DFC-471E-4D8D-9E21-F4309881A09E}
Discovered: Jul 27, 2026
Cause: Natural
Est. Cost to Date: $1,248,137
Coordinates: 36.3258, -104.8503
The Rayado Mesa Fire has burned 934 acres as of August 8, 2026.
As of the latest update, the Rayado Mesa Fire is 81% contained.
The official cause has been listed as: Natural.
The Rayado Mesa Fire is burning in Colfax, NM.
Yes, as of the latest official update, the Rayado Mesa Fire remains active.
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