Ruidoso, New Mexico – Two significant fires are currently blazing across the Mescalero Apache Reservation, posing a threat to residents and wildlife alike. The larger of the two, known as the Salt Fire, has already consumed 5,550 acres of land as of Tuesday afternoon, June 18th.
Evacuation Orders Issued by Mescalero Apache Tribe
In response to the escalating threat, the Mescalero Apache Tribe has issued mandatory evacuation orders for several areas within the Reservation:
- City of Ruidoso Downs
- Residents east of Botella Road
- Botella Road
- Snow Springs
- Fence Canyon
- Whitetail
- Chihuahua Well
- Chatto Bluff
- Apache Summit
- Fantasy Lane
- Bear Canyon
- Snow Canyon
- Homes along Highway 70 from Highway 244 to the east Reservation line
Residents in Chatto Ridge are advised to be prepared for potential evacuation (ready status). Evacuation centers have been set up at the Mescalero Community Center Gymnasium and the Inn of the Mountain Gods Convention Center to accommodate displaced individuals.
Community Support and Resources
The Mescalero Community Health Representative (CHR) is on standby to assist elderly residents needing evacuation support. They can be reached at 575-464-9256 or 575-464-4058. Livestock owners are urged to relocate animals to the Mescalero Rodeo Grounds; for assistance with transportation, call 575-973-1394.
Due to the fires, some areas are experiencing power outages, and efforts are underway by Otero County Electric to restore electricity. Additionally, residents are encouraged to conserve water resources as firefighting efforts continue.
Impact and Assistance
As of Tuesday morning, one structure has been confirmed destroyed by the fires. For further updates and information, residents are advised to contact the Mescalero Apache Tribal Administration Offices at 575-464-4494.
How to Help
Community members wishing to contribute donations can drop off items at the Mescalero Community Center Gym located at 108 Central Ave., Mescalero, NM, 88340.
This situation remains dynamic, with updates forthcoming as additional details emerge regarding the fires threatening the Mescalero Apache Reservation.
Ruidoso, New Mexico – Two significant fires are currently blazing across the Mescalero Apache Reservation, posing a threat to residents and wildlife alike. The larger of the two, known as the Salt Fire, has already consumed 5,550 acres of land as of Tuesday afternoon, June 18th.
Evacuation Orders Issued by Mescalero Apache Tribe
In response to the escalating threat, the Mescalero Apache Tribe has issued mandatory evacuation orders for several areas within the Reservation:
- City of Ruidoso Downs
- Residents east of Botella Road
- Botella Road
- Snow Springs
- Fence Canyon
- Whitetail
- Chihuahua Well
- Chatto Bluff
- Apache Summit
- Fantasy Lane
- Bear Canyon
- Snow Canyon
- Homes along Highway 70 from Highway 244 to the east Reservation line
Residents in Chatto Ridge are advised to be prepared for potential evacuation (ready status). Evacuation centers have been set up at the Mescalero Community Center Gymnasium and the Inn of the Mountain Gods Convention Center to accommodate displaced individuals.
Community Support and Resources
The Mescalero Community Health Representative (CHR) is on standby to assist elderly residents needing evacuation support. They can be reached at 575-464-9256 or 575-464-4058. Livestock owners are urged to relocate animals to the Mescalero Rodeo Grounds; for assistance with transportation, call 575-973-1394.
Due to the fires, some areas are experiencing power outages, and efforts are underway by Otero County Electric to restore electricity. Additionally, residents are encouraged to conserve water resources as firefighting efforts continue.
Impact and Assistance
As of Tuesday morning, one structure has been confirmed destroyed by the fires. For further updates and information, residents are advised to contact the Mescalero Apache Tribal Administration Offices at 575-464-4494.
How to Help
Community members wishing to contribute donations can drop off items at the Mescalero Community Center Gym located at 108 Central Ave., Mescalero, NM, 88340.
This situation remains dynamic, with updates forthcoming as additional details emerge regarding the fires threatening the Mescalero Apache Reservation.
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