New Mexico
Alan Shoemaker: Sunny, smoky, windy Tuesday
We’ll see a sunny, smoky, breezy day, depending on where you are Tuesday. See the latest conditions at KOB.com/Weather.
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — It’s going to be a warm and dry Tuesday but it could also be a smoky and windy one, depending on where you are in New Mexico.
The smoke from the Blue 2 Fire near Ruidoso is likely to blow toward the northeast, compared to the east and toward Roswell like Monday was. However, it may shift as Tuesday night works in.
Smoke will also be a concern in northern New Mexico near the Inidos Fire. If you’re in Española and Abiquiu, you may feel the effects of the smoke.
No matter where you are, take precautions if you have a health condition that makes you more sensitive to smoke than others.
A few rain showers may come through the northern mountains. If you’re traveling toward the Texas or Oklahoma panhandles, there may be some strong storms so keep an eye out.
Otherwise, we will see a very warm Tuesday. A weak front will push in from the east and pick up the winds. Canyon winds could kick up in the central mountains, and in the Albuquerque metro around 12 a.m. to 1 a.m.
Meteorologist Alan Shoemaker shares all the details in her full forecast in the video above.
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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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