EMNRD-FORESTRY DIVISION
Incident Name: Quebradas Fire
Start Date & Time: May 20, 2019 - 1700
Start Location: Southeast of Escondida Lake, Socorro County
Cause of Fire: Unknown
Area Vegetation: Cottonwood, salt cedar, brush
Estimated Acres Burned: 12 acres
Ownership(s): Private
Structures Threatened: Yes
Structures Burned: 2 outbuildings
Evacuations (Y or N & #): N
The Quebradas Fire burning east of Escondida Lake in Socorro County is now estimated at 12 acres after GPS mapping. Structures remain threatened due to high winds gusting to more than 20 mph. Firefighters are working to extinguish pockets of burning debris along control lines, mop up hot spots and strengthen containment lines. Resources include approximately 70 personnel from multiple agencies.