Ruidoso Raises Fire Restrictions to Level 3 Effective May 19, 2022
The Village of Ruidoso will implement an escalation to Level 3 fire restrictions at 8 a.m. Thursday, May 19, 2022, which bans sources of fire outside on any public or private property as follows due to extreme fire danger. The order will remain in effect until further notice. Citations will be issued. No exceptions. No warnings.
Lincoln National Forest Enters Stage 2 Fire Restrictions
The Lincoln National Forest joins other forest and parks in New Mexico who are implementing strict fire restrictions among a flurry of wildfires across the state. The Lincoln National Forest is entering Stage 2 fire restrictions just a week after going into Stage 1 restrictions.
Lincoln National Forest Plans Prescribed Burn Near White Oaks
The Lincoln National Forest is planning a prescribed fire two miles east of White Oaks, NM, beginning April 1, 2021. Smoke will be visible from White Oaks, Carrizozo, along Highway 54 and Highway 380.