Silver City, NM; July 19, 2016 - For Immediate Release - The Black Range Complex Fires on the Black Range Ranger District consist of four fires: the Kline and Cooney Fires started July 8, the Corduroy Fire on July 17, and the Boiler Fire on July 18. These lightning-caused fires are located in the Black Range Mountains, 65 miles northwest of Truth or Consequences, NM. As these fires burn, pre-determined management areas have been designated for fire management. There are currently 116 fire personnel assigned to the Black Range Complex Fires.

The Cooney Fire, located near Cooney Prairie (T10S, R14W, Sec 13), is approximately 3,620 acres burning with low to moderate effects in pine, oak and grass. The Kline Fire, located near Kline Mountain (T10s, R10w, Sec 14), is approximately 405 acres burning in ponderosa pine and pi+