Mestenas Canyon Fire Wildfire

Mestenas Canyon Fire has burned 837 acres, burning 19 miles southwest of Dulce.

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Fire crews are working to suppress the lightning-caused Mestenas Canyon Fire, which is named after the canyon its burning deep within. It’s about 10 miles southwest of Dulce, N.M., on the Jicarilla Ranger District and two miles north of Highway 64.

Due to rocky, steep terrain and numerous snags on the canyon bottom, fire crews will use suppression action points to contain the fire as it spreads. Efforts may include cutting line on the fire’s edge or using backfire off existing roads to reduce fuels ahead of approaching flames.

There may be limited visibility on Highway 64 due to smoke.

57 Days Active

19 mi SW From Dulce from the fire location

837 Acres About the size of Central Park

Contained +0% since previous report

Mestenas Canyon Fire Live Perimeter Growth

Mestenas Canyon Fire Fire Growth History

Mestenas Canyon Fire Containment History

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Places Near Mestenas Canyon Fire

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