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Buck Fire Update 06-14-2025

Buck Fire
Publication Type: Announcement - 06/14/2025 - 10:40

Acreage: The Buck Fire is now 28,900 acres. Winds are pushing the fire growth to the north/northeast.

Values at Risk: Private land ranches with structures are in the vicinity of the fire. Efforts are being made to preserve these structures. The Continental Divide WSA and the Continental Divide Trail are also being impacted. Hikers are advised to avoid the area and seek alternate routes.

Closures: The Continental Divide Trail from mile marker 291 to 332 is closed for public safety. Hikers are advised to seek alternate routes. https://cdtc.maps.arcgis.com/apps/instant/basic/index.html?appid=1ddce45fa58b4ba39a2125c61fd394e8

Resources: Albuquerque Zone Type 3 management team will assume command this evening, June 14 at 6pm. 140 personnel are currently assigned to the Buck Fire.

Safety: The health and safety of firefighters and the public are always the first priority. Members of the public should avoid the Buck Fire area.

Weather: Today: Sunny, with a high near 86. West wind 5 to 10 mph. Tonight: Mostly clear, with a low around 55. Northwest wind 5 to 10 mph. https://www.weather.gov/