What NM Officials Expect from the 2025 Fire Season

6.6.25 – Since New Mexico’s fire season began this spring, about 25 local jurisdictions have imposed some level of fire restriction. In May, Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham declared a state of emergency due to the state’s severe drought and increased fire risk. Source New Mexico reporter Patrick Lohmann speaks with State Forester Laura McCarthy about how New Mexico officials are preparing for this year’s wildfire season — and the recovery efforts of the future. 

Correspondent: Patrick Lohmann 

Guest: Laura McCarthy, State Forester, New Mexico Forestry Division 

For More Information: 

NM Gov declares state of emergency for ongoing drought, fire risk – Source New Mexico 

NM wildfire dispatch centers no longer face threat of closure, Heinrich says – Source New Mexico