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Does Moisture in New Mexico Helps Reducing Fire Risk?—State Forestry Answers

With the moisture season coming in late to the State, many locals wonder if this could help eliminate fire risk.

Get Ready: Wet Weekend Finally for New Mexico, Could Disrupt Outdoor Plans

After weeks of dry and windy weather, New Mexico may finally get a wet weekend. Forecasters warn that scattered rain, thunderstorms and cooler temperatures could affect travel, outdoor events and fire conditions across much of the state.

Fire Danger Returns on New Mexico Starting Wednesday

Winds will pick up across New Mexico starting Wednesday, bringing several days of high fire danger through the end of the week. It was a...

Dry, Warm and Calm Weather to be Observed in New Mexico

Calm and warmer conditions approaches New Mexico.

Snowpack Collapse Puts Rio Grande at Risk of Running Dry — Again

A snowpack collapse in New Mexico is pushing the Rio Grande toward another dry summer, with reservoirs critically low and flows at risk across key stretches.

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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.

‘Light the Way’: APS Chief Rallies Educators on First Day Back to Inspire Student Success

Nearly 7,000 educators gathered for the 2026 APS Rising: Educator Summit, where Durán Blakey highlighted efforts to build a brighter future for every student.

NWS: Record Heat, Storms Hit New Mexico

Moderate to major heat risk grips lower elevations across New Mexico, with record highs likely. Storms may bring gusty winds, heavy rain and lightning. Smoke could lower air quality.

Dead Fish Wash Up From New Mexico to Minnesota as Extreme Heat Fuels Growing Freshwater Crisis

Extreme heat and low oxygen killed hundreds of fish in Monastery Lake, alarming residents and raising concerns over climate-driven stress on waterways.

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.