Middle Mesa Fire Burning in Carson National Forest

Middle Mesa Fire burning in Carson National Forest

NEW MEXICO (KRQE) – The Middle Mesa Fire began burning on August 1, 2025, in the Carson National Forest, east of Navajo Lake and southeast of Arboles, Colorado. Officials say there are currently no threats to homes or evacuations in place. Fire managers are coordinating with oil and gas companies that have infrastructure in the area. Start Date: 8/01/25 Location: Carson National Forest, Jicarilla Ranger District Containment: 0% Size: 500 acres …

Crews battle new fire start in Northern New Mexico

A 500-acre blaze ignited Friday east of Navajo Lake in the Jicarilla Ranger District of the Carson National Forest.

Middle Mesa Fire Morning Update

Using cooler temperatures and high overnight humidity, fire crews worked overnight to keep the 500-acre fire south of Forest Road 218B by conducting a burnout operation. Containment remains at 0% and lightning was found to be the cause. Today, crews will continue to work to increase containment before worsening weather occurs over the area in […]