New Mexico
Near-record highs and fire danger hit New Mexico amid strong winds
Strong high pressure off the Baja California coast is keeping brisk northwest winds across New Mexico through at least Thursday.
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. – Strong high pressure off the Baja California coast is keeping brisk northwest winds across New Mexico through at least Thursday.
Expect gusty winds each afternoon, with critical fire weather returning to the Roswell area on Wednesday afternoon. Warm, dry conditions will elevate fire danger.
On Wednesday, the northeast and east central plains may see slightly lighter winds due to a weak surface low. However, gusts could reach 50 mph from Clines Corners to Vaughn and possibly as far east as Fort Sumner.
Temperatures will soar well above normal, with highs running 9 to 23 degrees above average. Near-record highs are possible in central New Mexico, and multiple record highs are likely across eastern New Mexico.
Thursday brings a backdoor cold front to northern and eastern New Mexico, dropping temperatures by 5 to 12 degrees compared to Wednesday. Winds will remain breezy.
Watch the video above for more from Chief Meteorologist Eddie Garcia.
SANTA FE, N.M. – Santa Fe County and Edgewood approved a new agreement and ordinance that secures ongoing fire and EMS services for Edgewood residents.
According to a joint announcement from the Town of Edgewood and Santa Fe County on June 19, the two governments negotiated and adopted a new Joint Powers Agreement and ordinance to keep the Santa Fe County Fire Department serving the town.
County and town representatives drafted the agreement together. The town adopted the ordinance unanimously at a special meeting on June 16, putting an end to weeks of uncertainty.
Santa Fe County District 3 Commissioner Camilla Bustamante said, “I believe we are all relieved to know that the people of Edgewood will continue to have the fire and EMS services necessary to protect their homes, their families, and their community. This community deserves nothing less.”
The announcement said the ordinance takes effect five days after final publication. The statement also said no further action or approval is needed to guarantee continued fire suppression, fire prevention, and EMS services for Edgewood residents.
Both governments noted the agreement will continue indefinitely unless either side ends it with five years’ notice.
New Mexico leaders are backing a bipartisan bill after 12 confirmed U.S. screwworm cases, including one case in a Lea County dog.
SANTA FE, N.M. – New Mexico leaders are backing a bipartisan bill after 12 confirmed U.S. screwworm cases, including one case in a Lea County dog.
New Mexico State Veterinarian Dr. Samantha Holeck said the parasite has spread to New Mexico, though officials say they have not found any human cases.
“This is also not a political issue this is a nationwide issue that we all need to address because it affects all warm blooded animals including humans,” Holeck said.
U.S. Reps. Gabe Vasquez and Teresa Leger Fernandez support the Protect America’s Herds Act.
The bill would create a grant program to train people to identify, treat, prevent and report screwworm. It would also support more livestock inspections and education for ranchers.
Rep. Teresa Leger Fernandez said she heard concerns from tribal leaders about the cost of protecting cattle herds.
“I spoke with one of our tribal leaders today and they have cattle operation and they’re worried, and they’re talking about how much more money they’re having to pay to go make sure they check on their herds and there are extra costs,” Leger Fernandez said.
Funding would prioritize states and tribal communities most at risk for screwworm outbreaks.
State health officials said screwworm is not a food safety issue. They also said ranchers should stay alert but not alarmed.
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