Blue 2 Fire (NMLNF)

Wildfire Status:

The Blue 2 Fire, located in the White Mountain Wilderness Area of Lincoln National Forest, has reached 100 percent containment as of May 19, 2024. This fire, which was ignited by lightning on May 16, 2024, alongside another fire known as Blue Fire, has been managed with a full suppression strategy. As of the latest report, effective firefighting strategies and resources have successfully controlled the fire's spread, resulting in no significant fire behavior observed.

Fire agencies have deployed a total of 118 personnel to the incident. The fire burned across an area of approximately 7,532 acres, primarily consisting of grass and some scattered shrubs, with heavy dead fuels being the main contributors to fire activity. Fortunately, the moisture content in live fuels has remained high, which has helped mitigate the spread of the fire, although pockets of heavy dead fuels showed low moisture levels.

Recent weather conditions have been favorable for containment efforts, with minimal fire behavior reported. Current plans include ongoing monitoring and patrolling of the fire area, as well as assessing and repairing fire suppression lines. Due to the inhospitable terrain, aerial assessments using Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) will continue to manage the situation safely, ensuring that firefighter safety remains the top priority. As the situation stabilizes, the local agencies are preparing for rehabilitation activities and post-response assessments to address any environmental impacts.

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