Seven Springs Fire 66% Containment

The Seven Springs fire at Mescalero had now been 66% contained with 9 crews, 13 engines, 1 helicopter, 2 water tenders, 1 dozer and 1 excavator on the scene. 

Although gusty winds caused elevated fire weather conditions over the fire area yesterday, firefighters were successful in adding to a containment line to the fire perimeter. The fire is now considered to be 66% contained.

Resources have been working hard to improve fireline on steep terrain and secure hot spots before declaring containment. Additionally, the steadily climbing humidity levels have assisted personnel in achieving greater depth with mop-up tactics. A Flash Flood Watch and nearby Warnings have been issued for the area in anticipation of the incoming weather, including residents in Laborcita and Nogal Canyons and fire scar areas.

Fire Activity: Yesterday, resources on the northeast perimeter of the fire made good progress in their mission gridding for hot spots through green vegetation, particularly in the middle section of that division. Whereas crews on the southeast portion wrapping to the southwest, spent time securing fireline on steep slopes to prevent rolling material from crossing the line, as well as rehabilitated dozer line. Thanks to the hard work of personnel on the line, managers were able to add separate sections of containment line in all divisions of the fire. Today, resources will move forward with similar operations. Crews will focus on securing priority spots around the perimeter, in addition to implementing repair plans, before incoming weather.

This is a continuously evolving situation. Stay tuned. 

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