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Lightning Barrage Sparks New Wildfires in Santa Fe National Forest — Firefighters Racing to Contain as Smoke Drifts

Firefighters are working to fully contain several lightning-caused wildfires that started across the Santa Fe National Forest after a strong thunderstorm moved through northern New Mexico on Monday. The Oso Fire is 0.1 acres, the Cebolla 2 Fire is 0.5 acres, and the Pelada Fire reached nearly 5 acres before forward spread was stopped.

Tree Deaths Are Accelerating Faster Than Scientists Expected—and Bark Beetles Are Winning

New Mexico's forests are facing growing pressure from drought, rising temperatures and a dramatic increase in bark beetle infestations, according to a new state report. Scientists say climate-driven stress is leaving ponderosa and piñon forests increasingly vulnerable, raising concerns about the long-term health of one of the Southwest's defining landscapes.

What’s In With ‘Operation Cool Down’ as Albuquerque Experience Triple-Digit Heat

Albuquerque's heat now reaches triple-digit temperatures. The City Government has now established 'Operation Cool Down' to ease residents' heat-related problems.

Goodbye, Texas U-Turn? NMDOT Wants to Rename the ‘Texas U-Turn’ as It Debuts on I-25

The famous "Texas U-turn" is coming to Albuquerque's I-25 corridor, but New Mexico officials aren't eager to give Texas the credit. Through a public contest, the New Mexico Department of Transportation is asking residents to help rename the traffic feature, transforming a routine highway upgrade into a celebration of New Mexico identity and creativity.

Fire In Bear Grows To Almost 7,800 Acres, Containment Still On Going

The Bear Fire grows to a staggering 7, 800 acres. But the good news is, the crews are doing a great job in containing the fire.

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NWS Issues Flood Watch as Heavy Rain, Storms to Persist Across New Mexico Despite Brief Lull

Thunderstorms are expected to persist across New Mexico this week, bringing heavy rain, hail, strong winds and a continued risk of flash flooding.

Hundreds of Fish Found Dead in Monastery Lake as Heat Triggers Massive Fish Kill

Many fish are dying in Monastery Lake due to high temperatures. Residents worry about the foul odor coming from the lake, and authorities are planning to close it.

Final 8 P.M. Sunsets Alert: Albuquerque Has One Week Left Before Summer Evenings Fade

Albuquerque's final 8 p.m. sunsets of 2026 end this week. Starting Aug. 12, the sun sets before 8 p.m. as daylight continues to shrink.

Heat Advisory: Albuquerque, Santa Fe May See Temperatures Up to 105 Degrees

Residents in Albuquerque and Santa Fe are urged to take heat safety precautions as temperatures may reach 105 degrees.