"This fire is notable due to its size and the lack of containment information, indicating a potential for growth."
The Slash wildfire is located in Guadalupe County, New Mexico, at a latitude of 34.974062753723 and a longitude of -104.34690849792. The fire was discovered on July 28, 2026, at 19:00:00 and is currently active. The cause of the fire is undetermined. No official information is currently available on the jurisdictional agency responsible for the fire. The fire's size is 158 acres, but no containment information is available. No information is available on the current fire behavior.
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. Be aware of your surroundings, follow local evacuation orders, and stay informed about the fire's progress.
IRWIN ID: {5C97D48D-C322-49D4-B0C7-AD92A2DF7EEF}
Discovered: Jul 28, 2026
Cause: Undetermined
Coordinates: 34.9741, -104.3469
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The Slash Fire has burned 158 acres as of August 6, 2026.
The Slash Fire has not yet reached any official containment.
The official cause has been listed as: Undetermined.
The Slash Fire is burning in Guadalupe, NM.
Yes, as of the latest official update, the Slash Fire remains active.
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