Posts Tagged ‘Wildfire’
The Line: Wildfires Pose Danger To Environment And Lives
July 8, 2016 – After about 18,000 acres burned in the Manzano Mountains, some are concerned about future wildfires this season. U.S. Forest Service officials said that the Dog Head Fire was started when a machine used to clear up the forest floor backfired, igniting mulch on the ground. “In operation, the masticator moves across the forest floor…
Read MoreThe Line: Dog Head Fire And Wildfire Dangers Ahead
June 24, 2016 – New Mexico has been smoky recently after a fire in Manzano Mountains grew quickly and and burned over 17,000 acres. The Dog Head Fire started on June 14 and has forced evacuations in the area. The hot and dry weather in recent weeks created additional challenges for fire crews. The National Weather Service predicts that New…
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