NEW FIRES – GAINESWELL & OTHER

by Mescalero Apache Tribe | June 17, 2024 3:43 pm

Fire near Gaines Well.

Officials have closed Highway 70. Highway 70 is closed from Botella Road to Highway 244.

Residents east of Botella Road are evacuating.

Residents at Chatto Ridge are on “ready” status.

Apache Summit is being evacuated. Please leave immediately.

Stay clear of emergency vehicles. Stay away from fire locations. Report suspicious activity.

The Tribe is receiving reports of multiple additional fires on the Reservation. Stay away from fire locations. Keep clear of emergency vehicles. Report any suspicious behavior.

An Evacuation Center is available for residents at the Mescalero Community Center Gymnasium.

Livestock can be held at the Mescalero Rodeo Grounds, for those in need. Call 575-973-1394 if you need help with hauling your livestock.

Donations can be taken to the Mescalero Community Center Gym. Physical address: 108 Central Ave Mescalero, NM 88340

CHR will be on call for Elderly needing assistance. They can be reached at 575-464-9256 or 575-464-4058.

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