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NM Wildfire Intelligence

Official situation reports, containment progress, and threat analysis for NM.

13
Active Fires
18,401
Acres Burned

Understanding Wildfires in New Mexico

So far, 13 active wildfires have been recorded burning a combined 18,401 acres in New Mexico, based on official NIFC data.

The largest currently active fire in New Mexico is the Sacaton Fire at 9,861 acres, 100% contained.

Containment refers to the percentage of a fire's perimeter that firefighters have secured with control lines, not how much of the fire is extinguished. Read more about containment strategy in our glossary.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many active wildfires are in New Mexico right now?

There are currently 13 active wildfires reported in New Mexico, covering a combined 18,401 acres.

What is the largest active wildfire in New Mexico?

The largest currently active wildfire in New Mexico is the Sacaton Fire at 9,861 acres, 100% contained.

How often is this data updated?

Active fire data is pulled from NIFC every 20 minutes. AI-generated situation summaries refresh whenever new official data is reported for a given fire.

Where does this data come from?

All incident data comes from the National Interagency Fire Center's official WFIGS feed. AI summaries are generated strictly from that official data and never invent facts.

How can I see wildfires in other states?

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