As fire crews contained the Mims Fire in New Mexico, others continued to burn in other locations this weekend. New Mexico authorities reported the lightning-caused Mims fire was 80% contained as verified by aerial mapping of the area near Mims Lake in New Mexico.
Meanwhile, the Tadpole fire reached nearly 8,000 acres in the Gila National Forest, currently being fought by over 150 ground crews, several type 3 helicopters, and 1 type 1 helicopter that has the blaze 30% contained. LAT aircraft on standby to fight the fire at the Gila Air Attack base.
A lightning-caused fire also started on the Magdalena Ranger District of the Cibola National Foreston Monday, June 15, 2020. The fire is burning in the Apache Kid Wilderness in the southern portion of the San Mateo Mountains. While firefighters monitored the fire, unexpected fire behavior led to a substantial growth Thursday night. The Albuquerque Zone Incident Management Team assumed command of the fire Saturday, June 20. The fire has grown to an estimated 2,827 acres, with approximately 105 personnel assigned.
According to information from authorities, suppression actions are focused on keeping the fire north and west of Forest Road 225, west of FS Road 86, and east of FR 377. Fire activity within the Apache Kid Wilderness will be monitored, and actions will be focused on reducing the fire’s impact to values at risk including private property, utility infrastructure, and natural resources. Aircraft have been and will continue to be used for the application of aerial fire retardant and water.
