How Wildfire Containment Keeps Fires from Spreading: Explained

How Wildfire Containment Keeps Fires from Spreading: Explained

Wildfires in the Los Angeles area have burned over 29,000 acres and forced the evacuation of more than 180,000 residents. The two largest fires remain at zero percent containment. What is Fire Containment? Containment refers to the effort to control the spread of a wildfire using barriers, also called control lines. The percentage of containment…

Westbound I-40 to New Mexico State Line Reopened by TxDOT

Westbound I-40 to New Mexico State Line Reopened by TxDOT

The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) has announced that westbound I-40, from Soncy to the New Mexico state line, is now open for travel. Crews, along with several agencies, are still working to clear and reopen additional roadways. Also Read – Franklin Mountain Energy’s Light Pollution Reduction Efforts Shine in New Mexico  Motorists are advised…

New Mexico Targets Key Roadway Hotspots for First Wildlife Bridges

New Mexico Targets Key Roadway Hotspots for First Wildlife Bridges

More than two years after unveiling a plan to reduce wildlife-vehicle collisions, the New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT) is investing millions into the construction of wildlife crossings, including the potential for the state’s first wildlife bridges. Trent Botkin of NMDOT shared plans at the New Mexico State Game Commission meeting, explaining that the state…

New Charges Filed Against Man Who Shot New Mexico State Police Officer in 2022

New Charges Filed Against Man Who Shot New Mexico State Police Officer in 2022

Caleb Elledge, already serving federal time for the February 2022 shooting of a New Mexico State Police officer, now faces new state-level charges. Elledge, who pleaded guilty to firearm charges, was sentenced to nine years for the attack on Officer Jeremy Vaughan. The incident occurred during a car chase in which Elledge was a passenger…

Biden Administration to Continue Protecting Grizzly Bears in the Rocky Mountains

Biden Administration to Continue Protecting Grizzly Bears in the Rocky Mountains

The Biden administration has decided to maintain protections for approximately 2,000 grizzly bears across four Rocky Mountain states, despite opposition from Republican-led states, according to U.S. wildlife officials. The decision, which was shared with the Associated Press ahead of a public announcement, will continue to shield these bears under the Endangered Species Act. However, the…

New Mexico Supreme Court Strikes Down Local Abortion Restrictions

New Mexico Supreme Court Strikes Down Local Abortion Restrictions

On Thursday, the New Mexico Supreme Court delivered a landmark decision, overturning local laws that restricted abortion access in the state. The ruling affirms that abortion access remains safe and secure within New Mexico, and that local governments cannot impose laws that limit this access. New Mexico Attorney General Raúl Torrez, who brought the case…

Franklin Mountain Energy’s Light Pollution Reduction Efforts Shine in New Mexico

Franklin Mountain Energy’s Light Pollution Reduction Efforts Shine in New Mexico

SANTA FE, N.M.  – Efforts to reduce light pollution in New Mexico are gaining attention, with DarkSky International recognizing a significant initiative by an oil and natural gas developer. For the first time, the advocacy group has awarded its certification to companies working to minimize the impact of outdoor lighting on the night sky. The…

Governor Lujan-Grisham Leads Public Safety Discussion in Alamogordo

Governor Lujan-Grisham Leads Public Safety Discussion in Alamogordo

Governor Michelle Lujan-Grisham visited Alamogordo on Wednesday for a town hall discussion focused on crime and safety in New Mexico, ahead of the upcoming legislative session. The governor was joined by local officials, including Mayor Susan Payne, and addressed concerns from residents regarding public safety. During her visit, Lujan-Grisham emphasized the need for increased mental…

New U-Haul Data Highlights Drop in Migration to New Mexico

New U-Haul Data Highlights Drop in Migration to New Mexico

In 2024, one of the nation’s largest moving companies, U-Haul, reported a significant decline in the number of people relocating to New Mexico, indicating a slowdown in the state’s growth. This mirrors projections made by population experts who anticipate a gradual deceleration in New Mexico’s population growth. Jacquelin Miller, a research scientist at the University…

New Mexico Joins California Wildfire Battle with Firefighting Crews

New Mexico Joins California Wildfire Battle with Firefighting Crews

New Mexico – On Tuesday morning, New Mexico received a request from California for firefighting assistance as the state battles raging wildfires. In response, New Mexico’s Forestry Division is coordinating with the Department of Homeland Security to prepare crews for deployment. California is seeking 40 firefighting teams from across the country to join the effort,…