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New fire start on the El Rito Ranger District
Midnight Fire
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Carson National Forest firefighters, along with agency partners, are currently working to suppress the 60-acre Midnight Fire to the north of El Rito in Rio Arriba County. It was first reported at 7:46 p.m. on Thursday, June 9. Smoke has since been visible from as far as Taos, Espanola, Los Alamos and Santa Fe.
The fire, which has no containment at this time, is burning in mixed conifer vegetation near Forest Road 172 in Potrero Canyon. There are no structures threatened or evacuations at this time. The cause is under investigation.
As of Friday afternoon, approximately 200 people are assigned to suppression efforts on the ground and in the air.
Residents and visitors with questions can call 505-356-2636.