InciWebJune 17 2021 Fire crews will focus on securing and maintaining
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Poso Fire Update – June 17, 2021
EL RITO, NM – June 17, 2021 – Fire crews will focus on securing and maintaining the eastern portions of the planned fire boundary. The objectives remain removing hazardous fuels, decreasing the probability of high severity wildfires in the future, and reducing exposure to firefighters and communities. Showers and thunderstorms are predicted in the afternoon, and erratic winds should be expected. Overall, temperatures will remain above normal. Local smoke will continue to mix with smoke from larger regional fires which may cause periodic smoky conditions. Visit https://fire.airnow.gov/ to see data from our air quality monitors.
Start date: May 29, 2021
Location: Carson NF, El Rito Ranger District, 10 miles north of El Rito, adjacent to FR123
Cause: Lightning Size: 2050 acres Percent Completed: 25%
Resources: 2 hand crews, 1 wildland fire module, 3 Type 6 engines, 1 Type 3 helicopter, 1 dozer, 2 water tenders, 1 ambulance, 1 Rapid Extraction Module (REM) Team, 1 unmanned aerial system (drone)
Fuels: Ponderosa pine and mixed conifer
Operations: Firefighting crews finished burn operations in the northeast corner of the fire and will be maintaining watch of this area over upcoming days to make sure the fire stays within the established boundaries. The determination has been made to suspend ignitions on the western side of the fire. Operations will continue to promote the objectives of reducing hazardous fuels, reducing future risk of wildfire, and reducing exposures within the existing ignition boundaries. Future work outside of the existing ignition boundaries will be considered if conditions are conducive to safe and effective operations.
Weather: A sunny morning will become slightly cloudy in the afternoon with a chance of rain showers and thunderstorms. Above normal highs up to 81-85 degrees will couple with uncharacteristically light winds with possibly erratic wind gusts in the afternoon.
Values at risk: Vallecitos watershed, cultural and historical sites.
Smoke: As fire increases in size and firing operations commence, smoke may be visible from the communities of Abiquiu, Canjilon, Cañon Plaza, Vallecitos, La Madera, El Rito, Ojo Caliente, Petaca, Las Tablas and Tres Piedras which may continue to show for several days. For information on air quality and protecting your health, please visit https://nmtracking.org/fire. The health and safety of firefighters and the public are always the first priority. Smoke-sensitive individuals and people with respiratory problems or heart disease are encouraged to take precautionary measures. For information on the HEPA filter loan program, go to https://facnm.org/smoke/ or contact the El Rito Ranger District 575-581-4554.
A Temporary 24-Hour Flight Restriction (TFR) is in place over the fire. Unauthorized use of unmanned aircraft (also known as “drones”) in a fire area endangers the lives of pilots and firefighters and is strictly forbidden. Never fly unmanned aircraft over or near a wildfire whether there is a TFR (Temporary Flight Restriction) in effect or not. Visit https://www.nifc.gov/drones and Know Before You Go for more information on drones and wildfires.
Fire updates will be posted on the Carson NF Website, New Mexico Fire Information website, Inciweb and on the Carson Facebook and Twitter.
16 de junio de 2021 El incendio de Poso sigue siendo gestionado
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Actualización del incendio de Poso - 16 de junio de 2021
June 16 2021 The Poso Fire continues to be managed
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Poso Fire Update – June 16, 2021
EL RITO, NM – June 16, 2021 – The Poso Fire continues to be managed for multiple resource objectives – removing hazardous fuels, decreasing the probability of high severity wildfires in the future, and reducing exposure to firefighters and communities. Predicted thunderstorms dropped rain in areas around the fire but did not impact the fire footprint in general. Despite overall smoke accumulation significantly reduced from the past two days, smoke from the Poso Fire combined with regional smoke from other fires might make for continued smoky conditions over the next several days. In light of the smoky conditions, requested HEPA filters were delivered to residents in Vallecitos, and five additional HEPA filters are available at the El Rito Ranger Station. Wildfire smoke can reduce visibility on roadways and people should drive with increased care in low-visibility conditions. Those in need can call 575-581-4554. Visit https://fire.airnow.gov/ to see data from our air quality monitors.
Start date: May 29, 2021
Location: Carson NF, El Rito Ranger District, 10 miles north of El Rito, adjacent to FR123
Cause: Lightning Size: 1900 acres Percent Completed: 24%
Resources: 2 hand crews, 1 wildland fire module, 3 Type 6 engines, 1 Type 3 helicopter, 1 dozer, 2 water tenders, 1 ambulance, 1 Rapid Extraction Module (REM) Team, 1 unmanned aerial system (drone)
Fuels: Ponderosa pine and mixed conifer
Operations: Firefighting crews finished burn operations in the northeast corner of the fire and will be maintaining watch of this area over upcoming days to make sure the fire stays within the established boundaries. Focus will now move to the west side of the planned boundary. Operations will continue to promote the objectives of reducing hazardous fuels, reducing future risk of wildfire, and reducing exposures.
Weather: A sunny morning will become slightly cloudy in the afternoon with a chance of rain showers and thunderstorms. Above normal highs up to 81-85 degrees will couple with uncharacteristically light winds with possibly erratic wind gusts in the afternoon.
Values at risk: Vallecitos watershed, cultural and historical sites.
Smoke: As fire increases in size and firing operations commence, smoke may be visible from the communities of Abiquiu, Canjilon, Cañon Plaza, Vallecitos, La Madera, El Rito, Ojo Caliente, Petaca, Las Tablas and Tres Piedras which may continue to show for several days. For information on air quality and protecting your health, please visit https://nmtracking.org/fire. The health and safety of firefighters and the public are always the first priority. Smoke-sensitive individuals and people with respiratory problems or heart disease are encouraged to take precautionary measures. For information on the HEPA filter loan program, go to https://facnm.org/smoke/ or contact the El Rito Ranger District 575-581-4554.
A Temporary 24-Hour Flight Restriction (TFR) is in place over the fire. Unauthorized use of unmanned aircraft (also known as “drones”) in a fire area endangers the lives of pilots and firefighters and is strictly forbidden. Never fly unmanned aircraft over or near a wildfire whether there is a TFR (Temporary Flight Restriction) in effect or not. Visit https://www.nifc.gov/drones and Know Before You Go for more information on drones and wildfires.
Fire updates will be posted on the Carson NF Website, New Mexico Fire Information website, Inciweb and on the Carson Facebook and Twitter.
June 15 2021 Regional smoke continues to pour into the state
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Northern New Mexico Type 3 Incident Management Team
Jamie Long – Incident Commander
Fire Information: (505) 663-6334 2021.poso@firenet.gov
Poso Fire Update – June 15, 2021
14 de junio de 2021 Tal como se pronostic el incendio caus impactos
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Actualización del incendio de Poso - 14 de junio de 2021
June 14 2021 As predicted the fire has caused smoke impacts
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Poso Fire Update – June 14, 2021
13 de junio de 2021 A medida que continen las igniciones areas
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Actualización del incendio de Poso - 13 de junio de 2021
June 13 2021 As aerial and hand ignitions continue there will be an inc
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Northern New Mexico Type 3 Incident Management Team
Jamie Long – Incident Commander
Fire Information: (505) 663-6334
2021.poso@firenet.gov
Poso Fire Update – June 13, 2021
EL RITO, NM – June 13, 2021 – As aerial and hand ignitions continue, there will be an increase of smoke in the area. Smoke may hang low to the ground at night and in the early mornings the next few days due to the weather phenomenon known as temperature inversion. This occurs when warm air caps the cooler air below it causing smoke to become trapped underneath which will settle into the valley bottoms—most often at night and in the early morning. The trapped smoke generally begins to lift after the sun rises and heats the earth’s surface. The air heated by the earth’s surface will push the colder layer of smoke up into the higher atmosphere and the smoke mixes with the air above and is transported away. Smoke in the air can also be affected by wind speed and direction. If heavy smoke is present, those who are more vulnerable should take precautions such as staying inside and avoiding prolonged outside activity.
Start date: May 29, 2021
Location: Carson NF, El Rito Ranger District, 10 miles north of El Rito, adjacent to FR123
Cause: Lightning Size: 1450 acres Percent Contained: 18%
Resources: 2 hand crews, 1 wildland fire module, 3 Type 6 engines, 1 Type 3 helicopter, 1 dozer, 1 masticator, 1 grader, 2 water tenders, 1 ambulance, 1 Rapid Extraction Module (REM) Team, 1 unmanned aerial system (drone)
Fuels: Ponderosa pine and mixed conifer
Operations: Firefighters successfully implemented hand firing of the northern edge of the fire perimeter. This operation has added depth to the containment line and will increase success of holding the fire within the perimeter. Dozer operations in the south side of the fire have been making great progress in reinforcing the fire line on the north side of Middle Fork. This containment line will cut off southward progression of the fire. Unmanned Aerial System (drone) reconnaissance flights revealed spot fires that were quickly suppressed on the northeast corner of the fire.
Weather: Mostly sunny, 20% chance of rain, maximum temperatures of 84 to 87 degrees in the higher elevation 88 to 92 in the lower elevation, minimum humidity 6 to 11%, south winds 5 to 6 mph shifting to the southwest 6 to 12 mph in the afternoon. Gusty and erratic winds expected near thunderstorms in the afternoon.
Values at risk: Vallecitos watershed, cultural and historical sites.
Smoke: As fire increases in size and firing operations commence, smoke may be visible from the communities of Abiquiu, Canjilon, Cañon Plaza, Vallecitos, La Madera, El Rito, Ojo Caliente, Petaca, Las Tablas and Tres Piedras which may continue to show for several days. For information on air quality and protecting your health, please visit https://nmtracking.org/fire. The health and safety of firefighters and the public are always the first priority. Smoke-sensitive individuals and people with respiratory problems or heart disease are encouraged to take precautionary measures. For information on the HEPA filter loan program, go to https://facnm.org/smoke/ or contact the El Rito Ranger District 575-581-4554.
A Temporary 24-Hour Flight Restriction (TFR) is in place over the fire. Unauthorized use of unmanned aircraft (also known as “drones”) in a fire area endangers the lives of pilots and firefighters and is strictly forbidden. Never fly unmanned aircraft over or near a wildfire whether there is a TFR (Temporary Flight Restriction) in effect or not. Visit https://www.nifc.gov/drones and Know Before You Go for more information on drones and wildfires.
Fire updates will be posted on the Carson NF Website, New Mexico Fire Information website, Inciweb and on the Carson Facebook and Twitter.
12 de junio de 2021 Los administradores de incendios piensan implementar
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EL RITO, NM – 12 de junio de 2021 – Los administradores de incendios piensan implementar el día de hoy igniciones manuales en el borde norte del perímetro del fuego. Este se realizará de modo conjunto con las igniciones aéreas en curso. Este incendio se encuentra en un punto crucial, en el cual la conexión de las áreas en llamas mantendrá el incendio dentro de las líneas de contención preparadas. El área que rodea al fuego ya ha tenido incendios forestales, así como la quema recomendada. Una vez completadas las tácticas de control, el incendio Poso se ajustará a las áreas vecinas como una pieza en un rompecabezas, creando una zona de delimitación con terrenos resistentes al fuego. Esto ayudará a proteger a las comunidades adyacentes contra la futura amenaza de incendios forestales. Los bomberos trabajan día y noche. Las operaciones nocturnas utilizan sistemas aéreos no tripulados (drones) para continuar con las operaciones de quema mientras las condiciones permitan que el fuego tenga un comportamiento menos intenso.
Fecha de inicio: 29 de mayo de 2021
Ubicación: Carson NF, Distrito de Guardabosques de El Rito, 10 millas al norte de El Rito, adyacente a FR123
Causa: Tormenta eléctrica Tamaño: 350 acres Porcentaje contenido: 5 %
Recursos: 2 cuadrillas con intervención manual, 1 módulo de incendios forestales, 3 camiones de bomberos tipo 6, 1 helicóptero tipo 3, 1 excavadora, 1 masticadora, 1 niveladora, 2 camiones cisterna, 1 ambulancia, 1 equipo de Módulo de Extracción Rápida (REM), 1 sistema aéreo no tripulado (dron)
Combustibles: Pino ponderosa y varios tipos de coníferas
Operaciones: El fuego tiene una función natural en la salud de un ecosistema y puede servir como herramienta de gestión de tierras. Los incendios forestales naturales pueden emplearse para mejorar el hábitat y restaurar el equilibrio ecológico de las áreas naturales. El Equipo de Manejo de Incidentes del Norte de Nuevo México está aprovechando el incendio de Poso, causado por una tormenta eléctrica, para implementar técnicas de manejo que cumplan múltiples objetivos de recursos. Estos objetivos comprenden el mejoramiento de la salud del bosque, al permitir el retorno de los incendios naturales al ecosistema, reducir los combustibles peligrosos y el riesgo de incendios forestales y sus efectos, y limitar la exposición de los bomberos y de las comunidades. Para lograr estos objetivos, el Equipo de Manejo de Incidentes utiliza técnicas mecánicas de reducción de combustible (masticación), así como operaciones diurnas y nocturnas de quema manual y aérea. Estas operaciones de quema, así como el incremento en el uso de tecnologías de modelado y de conciencia situacional, sirven para mejorar la planificación moderna, realizar operaciones efectivas y minimizar los efectos en las comunidades vecinas.
Clima: Mayormente soleado, 10 % de probabilidad de lluvia, temperaturas máximas de 81 a 85 grados, humedad mínima de 11 a 15 %, vientos con dirección oeste de 5 mph que cambiarán a vientos con dirección norte de 8 a 12 mph por la tarde.
Valores en riesgo: Cuenca, sitios históricos y culturales de Vallecitos.
Humo: A medida que el incendio crece y comienzan las operaciones para combatir el fuego, es posible que el humo pueda verse desde las comunidades de Abiquiu, Canjilon, Cañon Plaza, Vallecitos, La Madera, El Rito, Ojo Caliente, Petaca, Las Tablas y Tres Piedras, y podría continuar visible durante varios días. Para obtener información sobre la calidad del aire y la protección de su salud, visite https://nmtracking.org/fire. La salud y la seguridad de los bomberos y del público son siempre nuestra más alta prioridad. Se recomienda que las personas sensibles al humo, con problemas respiratorios o con enfermedad cardiaca tomen medidas de protección. Para obtener información sobre el programa de préstamo de filtros HEPA, visite https://facnm.org/smoke/ o comuníquese con Distrito de Guardabosques de El Rito al 575-581-4554.
En la zona del incendio, rige una restricción temporal de vuelos (Temporary Flight Restriction, TFR) de 24 horas. El uso no autorizado de sistemas de aeronaves no tripuladas (también conocidas como “drones”) en una zona de incendio pone en peligro las vidas de los pilotos y de los bomberos y está terminantemente prohibido. No permita nunca que aeronaves no tripuladas vuelen sobre una zona de incendio forestal o cerca de ella, haya o no una Restricción Temporal de Vuelos (TFR). Visite https://www.nifc.gov/drones para obtener más información sobre los drones y los incendios forestales.
Las actualizaciones sobre el incendio se publicarán en el sitio web de Carson NF, el sitio web de información sobre incendios de Nuevo México, Inciweb y en los sitios de Facebook y Twitter de Carson.
June 12 2021 Fire managers plan to implement hand ignitions
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EL RITO, NM – June 12, 2021 – Fire managers plan to implement hand ignitions on the northern edge of the fire perimeter today. This is in conjunction with ongoing aerial ignitions. This fire is at a crucial point in which connecting the burning areas will keep the fire within prepared containment lines. The area surrounding the fire has already experienced wildfire as well as prescribed fire. Once management tactics are complete, the Poso Fire will fit into the surrounding areas like a puzzle piece creating a larger buffer of fire resilient landscape. This will aid in the protection of the adjacent communities from the future threat of wildfires. Firefighters are working around the clock with nighttime operations utilizing unmanned aerial systems (drones) to continue firing operations while the conditions allow for lower intensity fire behavior.
Start date: May 29, 2021
Location: Carson NF, El Rito Ranger District, 10 miles north of El Rito, adjacent to FR123
Cause: Lightning Size: 350 acres Percent Contained: 5%
Resources: 2 hand crews, 1 wildland fire module, 3 Type 6 engines, 1 Type 3 helicopter, 1 dozer, 1 masticator, 1 grader, 2 water tenders, 1 ambulance, 1 Rapid Extraction Module (REM) Team, 1 unmanned aerial system (drone)
Fuels: Ponderosa pine and mixed conifer
Operations: Fire plays a natural role in ecosystem health and can serve as a land management tool, naturally occurring wildfires can be used to improve habitat and restore the ecological balance of natural landscapes. The Northern New Mexico Incident Management Team is taking advantage of the lightning caused Poso Fire to implement management tactics that meet multiple resource objectives. These objectives include promoting forest health by allowing natural fire to return to the eco-system, reducing hazardous fuels and the risk of wildfires and their effects, and limiting firefighter and community exposures. To accomplish these objectives, the Incident Management Team is using mechanical fuel reductions (mastication) as well as daytime and evening hand and aerial firing operations. These firing operations, as well as increased use of modeling and situational awareness gathering technologies, are helping to promote modern planning, effective operations, and minimized effects to the surrounding communities.
Weather: Mostly sunny, 10 % chance of rain, maximum temperatures of 81 to 85 degrees, minimum humidity 11 to 15%, winds out of the east 5 mph shifting to the south 8 to 12 mph in the afternoon.
Values at risk: Vallecitos watershed, cultural and historical sites.
Smoke: As fire increases in size and firing operations commence, smoke may be visible from the communities of Abiquiu, Canjilon, Cañon Plaza, Vallecitos, La Madera, El Rito, Ojo Caliente, Petaca, Las Tablas and Tres Piedras which may continue to show for several days. For information on air quality and protecting your health, please visit https://nmtracking.org/fire. The health and safety of firefighters and the public are always the first priority. Smoke-sensitive individuals and people with respiratory problems or heart disease are encouraged to take precautionary measures. For information on the HEPA filter loan program, go to https://facnm.org/smoke/ or contact the El Rito Ranger District 575-581-4554.
A Temporary 24-Hour Flight Restriction (TFR) is in place over the fire. Unauthorized use of unmanned aircraft (also known as “drones”) in a fire area endangers the lives of pilots and firefighters and is strictly forbidden. Never fly unmanned aircraft over or near a wildfire whether there is a TFR (Temporary Flight Restriction) in effect or not. Visit https://www.nifc.gov/drones and Know Before You Go for more information on drones and wildfires.
Fire updates will be posted on the Carson NF Website, New Mexico Fire Information website, Inciweb and on the Carson Facebook and Twitter.