The Pecos Zone Type 3 team assumed command of the Blue 2 Fire at 6 PM yesterday. Repairs are near completion, with containment line work progressing. No heat has been detected for five days north of Buck Mountain. Minimal smoke is affecting the area. Bonito Lake Area remains closed for safety. All evacuations have been lifted. Thunderstorms may bring dry lightning and gusty winds. An interactive map is at tinyurl.com/Blue2Evacs.

A Burned Area Emergency Response (BAER) team, led by Terry Hardy and Edgar Martinez, is assessing the Blue 2 Fire's impact in Ruidoso, NM. The team evaluates post-fire risks like flooding and debris flow, focusing on human safety and natural resources. Specialists from various fields create a Soil Burn Severity map and recommend emergency stabilization measures. More info is available on the Blue 2 Fire Postfire BAER InciWeb page.

The Blue 2 Fire, caused by lightning, has burned 7,532 acres since May 16 and is 87% contained. 273 personnel are working on suppression repairs, with most lines repaired. Drones and firefighters patrol uncontained areas. Increased moisture expected, but dry lightning and winds are possible. Minimal smoke, good air quality. Forest closures remain; all evacuations lifted.

The Village of Ruidoso has formed a Short-Term Rental Sub-Committee to evaluate the impact of short-term rentals. A Town Hall Meeting will be held on June 19, 2024, at 6:00 PM at the Ruidoso Convention Center. Residents are encouraged to attend and provide input on the ordinance. Your feedback is essential in shaping effective policies for our community's future.

An online community meeting is set for tonight at 7:30 pm on the Blue 2 Fire Facebook page. The fire, started by lightning on May 16, has burned 7,532 acres near Ruidoso, with 318 personnel and 83% containment. Efforts include land repair and erosion control. Improved weather conditions help, and all evacuations are lifted, but forest closures remain for safety.

As of June 5, 2024, the fire has burned 7,532 acres since May 16, 2024, 8 miles north of Ruidoso in White Mountain Wilderness Area. Caused by lightning, it is now 77% contained, with 399 personnel working. Efforts include repairing dozer lines, installing erosion control, and reseeding fire lines. Minimal smoke is produced, with potential storms expected. Public safety closures remain in effect. A virtual public meeting is scheduled for June 6 at 7:30 pm on the Blue 2 Fire Facebook page.

The Blue 2 Fire, located 8 miles north of Ruidoso in the White Mountain Wilderness Area, started on May 16, 2024, and has burned 7,495 acres with 69% containment. A Burned Area Emergency Response (BAER) Team is arriving today and will begin their assessment for emergency soil stabilization. Containment is progressively increasing with firefighters working hard at mopping up the remaining uncontained areas of the fire perimeter. Due to ongoing firefighting activities, camping and other recreation activities in the Bonito Lake Area are still restricted in the interest of public safety. The fire was caused by lightning and is being managed by 489 personnel with various resources.

The Blue 2 Fire, 8 miles north of Ruidoso, started on May 16, 2024, and has burned 7,495 acres with 59% containment. Evacuations are reduced due to efforts by local authorities. Fire personnel remain for monitoring and mop-up. The Red Cross shelter in Capitan will close, and the Emergency Operations Center will reduce hours. High temperatures and low humidity persist, but significant fire activity hasn't increased. Camping in Bonito Lake Area remains restricted.

Starting at 4:00 PM on June 2, 2024, evacuation levels for the Blue 2 Fire will change. Capitan, Enchanted Forest, and Alto are no longer in “Ready” status. Cora Dutton, Ranchman’s Camp, Sun Valley, and Sierra Vista are now “Ready.” Villa Madonna, Bonito Lake, Loma Grande, and Nogal Canyon are “Set.” All “Go” notices are lifted. Stay informed, sign up for alerts, and prepare for monsoon season. For more info, visit www.tinyurl.com/Blue2Evacs.

Firefighters prepare for winds to test the fire line on the Blue 2 Fire, which started on May 16, 2024, due to lightning. Located 8 miles north of Ruidoso in the White Mountain Wilderness Area, the fire has burned 7,457 acres and is 54% contained with 786 personnel. Strong winds up to 35 mph are expected, potentially challenging containment efforts. Crews continue mop-up and structure protection while heavy equipment strengthens fire lines. Smoke conditions may increase due to dry, hot weather. The Lincoln National Forest remains under an emergency area closure, and evacuation levels are stable.

Firefighters are progressing on the 7,457-acre Blue 2 Fire, which started May 16, 2024, 8 miles north of Ruidoso. Currently, 14% contained, crews have focused on mopping up and securing lines around Soldier Mountain and Granite Knob. With 802 personnel and numerous resources, they are preparing for hotter, drier conditions. Lincoln National Forest remains under emergency closure, and evacuation levels are unchanged.

The Blue 2 Fire, started by lightning on May 16, 2024, has burned 7,455 acres with 0% containment. Located in the White Mountain Wilderness near Ruidoso, the fire is being fought by 699 personnel using various resources. Firefighters are improving firelines and structure protection despite challenging weather conditions with strong winds and hot temperatures. For updates, call 575-386-5077 or visit the provided online resources.

Vol. 34: JUNE 2024: Note to Subscribers: Please be aware that this newsletter was written and compiled prior to the recent Blue 2 Wildfire. As a result, updates and information about the wildfire are not included in this issue. For the latest information and updates on the Blue 2 Wildfire, please visit our Blue 2 Fire Information Hub or follow our official social media channels. This issue covers municipal news and events, bringing information about the people, businesses, schools, nonprofits, and local government decisions and projects important to the Ruidoso community.

Due to the ongoing Blue 2 Fire and predicted high winds and fire danger, the Village of Ruidoso will NOT conduct the regularly scheduled siren test first of the month on Saturday, June 1st. Stay informed via our Blue 2 Fire Information Hub and take necessary precautions.

The Blue 2 Fire, started by lightning on May 16, 2024, has burned 7,455 acres with 0% containment. Located in the White Mountain Wilderness near Ruidoso, the fire is being fought by 699 personnel using various resources. Firefighters are improving firelines and structure protection despite challenging weather conditions with strong winds and hot temperatures. For updates, call 575-386-5077 or visit the provided online resources.

Lincoln National Forest officials have raised the fire danger rating to 'very high' and will implement Stage 2 Fire Restrictions starting May 30 at 8 a.m. due to increased fire danger. These restrictions, applying to all three districts, prohibit activities such as igniting fires, smoking outside, and using equipment that could spark a fire. Exemptions include specific uses of LPG-fueled stoves and smoking in enclosed spaces. Violation of these restrictions can lead to fines and imprisonment. For details and maps, visit the New Mexico Fire Information website.

Firefighters are reinforcing firelines around the Blue 2 Fire, using various tactics, including handlines, dozer lines, and removing hot spots along the 107D road. Efforts include working south from Bonito Creek Campground, constructing lines east of Granite Knob, and improving access above Ski Apache. Smokey Bear Hotshots are securing control lines and removing hazard trees in Division F. Stay updated via official channels.

Firefighters are actively working to fully suppress the Blue 2 Fire, which started on May 16 and has burned 7,402 acres north of Ruidoso. With 643 personnel involved, efforts include hand ignition near Bonito Creek Campground, setting up sprinklers, and using bulldozers to build firelines. Smoke will be visible due to ongoing fire activity. For the latest updates on closures and evacuations, visit the Lincoln County website.

The Blue 2 Wildfire remains active. Weather conditions are hot and dry. Hotshot crews are igniting fuels near Bonito Creek Campground and setting up sprinklers at Tanbark Canyon Rd. and 107 Rd. Crews are constructing and reinforcing fire lines on Soldier Mountain and near Loma Grande. In Villa Madonna, sprinklers are in place, and aircraft have dropped retardant. Southwest crews are using heavy equipment to build lines from Buck Mountain to the Crest Trail. Stay updated via the Blue 2 Fire Facebook page and the Lincoln County OES.

Since its inception on May 16, 2024, caused by a lightning strike, the wildfire has expanded to 7,178 acres, situated approximately 8 miles north of Ruidoso. Resources employed include 533 personnel, 10 crews, 32 engines, 6 helicopters, 6 bulldozers, and 5 Water Tenders. Efforts include clearing debris and protecting structures. Dry conditions continue to challenge the suppression efforts.