Gila National Forest Fire Updates

As a reminder, The Gila National Forest is strongly advising the public to avoid ice fishing or going on the ice at Quemado Lake. Recent warming weather has created dangerously thin ice on the lake, threatening the safety of anyone walking on it. At this time there is no closure in place but extreme caution…

Here’s a look at today’s headlines: On December 23rd, a red 1997 Ford pickup collided with a white 1996 Chevrolet pickup at the intersection of Highway 180 and Ranch Club Road.  The Ford reportedly ran a red light on US 180 and slammed into the driver’s side of the Chevrolet as the driver was pulling…

Here’s a look at today’s headlines: The Black Fire 18 miles north of Silver City in the Gila National Forest has burned 167 acres.  Multiple ground and air resources continue to progress with fire suppression activities.  Other fires burning in the state include the 246 Fire burning north of Capitan in Lincoln County, the Black…

Here’s a look at today’s headlines: The Girl Scouts of the Desert Southwest Troop #370 from Bayard recently celebrated Thinking Day, a day for Girl Scouts to think about other Girl Scouts from other countries.  The troop celebrated with girls sharing information about different countries; such as customary foods, crafts and heritage.  The girls celebrated…