New Mexico
McCauley Springs Fire in Jemez grows to 722 acres
The McCauley Springs Fire grew to about 722 acres with no containment as crews also dealt with a mudslide that sent debris onto Highway 4.
JEMEZ SPRINGS, N.M. – The McCauley Springs Fire grew to about 722 acres with no containment as crews also dealt with a mudslide that sent debris onto Highway 4.
The U.S. Forest Service earlier this week issued a temporary closure on Highway 4 near mile markers 27 and 40 around Jemez.
“We’re asking the public to please do their part, understand that there are fire restrictions in this area, and just make sure that they’re, you know, before they’re recreating, they’re checking the fire restrictions to know where they’re going, to make sure you know what stage that area is in,” Tiffany Davila said.
Trevor reported the fire grew a little and crews fought both the fire and the weather last night.
A viewer sent KOB 4 video of a mudslide tearing through Jemez Springs. The video shows mud, water and debris flowing onto Highway 4.
The viewer said he now has to find temporary housing because of damage to his property.