Statewide Fire Restrictions - 2026
As of April 6, 2026, the State Forester of New Mexico has enacted fire restrictions imposed for non-federal, non-Tribal and non-municipal lands in New Mexico. These restrictions will remain in place until rescinded.
Prohibited:
- Smoking
- Fireworks
- Campfires
- Prescribed, open, agricultural and/or debris burning
- Flaring of gas related to oil and gas production.
Exceptions:
- Exceptions are allowed for certain prohibited actions in specific cases or when specific conditions are met.
- The state forester may allow additional exceptions upon receiving a written request.
Website: www.emnrd.nm.gov/sfd/find-current-fire-restrictions/
Ryan Louchard
Battalion Chief
Wildland Division & Logistics
Sandoval County Fire & Rescue
301 Piedra Lisa Road
Bernalillo, NM 87004
rlouchard@sandovalcountynm.gov
505-206-6865 Cell
505-867-0245 Office
505-867-6256 Fax
The Fire Marshal or designee can also be contacted at 505-867-4581 or 1-800-898-2876 and follow the prompts. The prompts will connect you via phone to the same Sandoval County Personnel as listed above.