State fire restrictions lifted as recent rains reduce wildfire threat in New Mexico

NEW MEXICO (KRQE) — The New Mexico State Forester announced Monday that statewide fire restrictions are now lifted. “Late season precipitation has helped to alleviate wildfire spread,” said State Forester Laura McCarthy. “While fire restrictions are lifting, the public should continue to be vigilant about preventing human-caused wildfires, especially when conducting fall agricultural burns and [...]