Bureau of Land Management rescinds fire restrictions at Fort Stanton – Snowy River NCA and Lincoln Tracts
ROSWELL, N.M. – With increasing precipitation and higher humidity, resulting in reduced fire danger, the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Roswell Field Office has terminated fire restrictions at the Fort Stanton - Snowy River Cave National Conservation Area and the Lincoln Tracts in Lincoln County, N.M. This action rescinds Fire Prevention Order LLNMP00310-2024-001.
“The BLM appreciates the public’s cooperation to help minimize the number of human-caused wildfires,” said acting Fire Management Officer Marc Wheeler.
Please be aware that BLM statewide Fire Prevention Order NM910-24-01 remains in effect. The order prohibits fireworks and other explosive devices on BLM lands. For more information, contact the BLM Roswell Field Office at (575) 627-0272 or go to the BLM NM Fire Restrictions website. Find additional information about fire restrictions at www.nmfireinfo.com.
The BLM manages more than 245 million acres of public land located primarily in 12 western states, including Alaska, on behalf of the American people. The BLM also administers 700 million acres of sub-surface mineral estate throughout the nation. Our mission is to sustain the health, diversity, and productivity of America’s public lands for the use and enjoyment of present and future generations.