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QUEMADO, NM, ?July 9, 2024 – The Lolo Fire transitioned to a type 3 incident management team on Monday and is estimated at 378 acres in the Quemado Ranger District. The fire is located between Escondido Mountain and the Continental Divide Trail, roughly 6 miles northeast of Quemado Lake.
"Currently, there are no area closures in place for the fire," said Quemado District Ranger Randall Chavez. "But for the safety of the public and crews, we would appreciate it if they would avoid the immediate area for firefighting efforts."
?MIMBRES, NM, July 9, 2024 – The Ridge Fire is approximately 1,100 acres burning in the Gila National Forest, Wilderness Ranger District. One to two-foot flames lengths were observed yesterday as the fire burns in an old fire scar, moving through grass, needle cast, and dead and downed logs. Crews began assessing private residences as they plan for potential structure protection yesterday. Gusty winds and lightning in today's weather forecast may hinder crews who have been conducting prep work on trails and roads that will be used as holding features in future operations.
"Currently, there are no area closures, but we anticipate some areas being impacted when the Complex Incident Management Team assumes command in the coming days," said Silver City District Ranger Elizabeth Toney. "As always, firefighter and public safety is our top priority, and we advise the public to avoid the fire area both on the ground and in the air."
Two photo shows and a video by Mary Alice Murphy
Many vendors, information booths and food sellers, such as the Silver City Kiwanis offering breakfast and lunch set up in Gough Park. Performers entertained the crowds of residents strolling through park ?checking everything out after the parade. ?
The the next stop for many, including this photographer, was the annual Fourth of July Ice Cream Social at the Silver City Museum in the courtyard. Games for kids, information on the museum, and of course, food, including ice cream and the ever popular cake walk provided activities. Some sat in benches and on the ground enjoying the music around them. One of the groups entertaining was a female barbershop quartet in the parking lot where art and crafts were set up for attendees. ?
By Roger Lanse
According to Silver City Fire Marshal Eloy Vasquez, the fire was located at 471 Lance Drive and was caused by a BBQ grill. However, the sequence of events leading up to the blaze, and the complete loss of the residence, is still under investigation.
Firefighters from the Silver City Fire Department, and the Tyrone, Whiskey Creek, and Fort Bayard volunteer fire departments assisted in fire suppression. Several engines, water tenders, and brush trucks from the various departments were on scene. Gila Regional Medical Center - EMS personnel treated some firefighters for fatigue and dehydration, according to Vasquez. Silver City Police Department officers and Grant County Sheriff's Office deputies provided traffic control.
By Lynn Janes
The Cobre Consolidated School Board held a regular meeting on June 24, 2024. Board members in attendance included Gabriella Begay, David Terrazas, Angelina Hardin, and Emmarie Heredia. Superintendent Michael Koury also attended. Gilbert Guadiana didn't attend.
The board discussed the necessity for lease purchase of education technology. This would be for computers. Kaeley Weimerskirsh, RBC Capital Markets, joined the meeting online to explain the history of their assessed bond valuation. She said property values had stabilized so she would be able to give them a conservative idea of future income. She went over their current outstanding debt of $4.6 million and that they had a capacity of $8.2 million. Begay asked her if they could do a special election. Weimerskirsh said it would be very tight to do it now. You can only do a special election 70 days before or 70 days after a regular election. Frank Ryan, finance director, said tonight would just be to see what they would need to do.
Photos by Mary Alice Murphy
Six World War II veterans were honored to be named Grand Marshals of the 2024 July 4 Parade. Two rode at the head of the parade - Gene Stailey and Bill Harrison.
Photos of the six will be in the first slide show below:
The winners of the parade were: ?
Float winner- Baile Encanto ?
Vehicle - Fort Bayard Fire and Rescue ?
Walking Group- SHS Band ?
Equestrian- Healing Hands
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