Buzzard Fire
Location:
Reserve Ranger District on the Gila National Forest
· 4 miles north of Eagle Peak Lookout
· Catron County, New Mexico
Start Date: May 22, 2018 Size: ~3-4 acres
Cause: Under investigation Vegetation: Grass, heavy timber
Smoke: Smoke may be visible in the area around Eagle Peak
Resources: Engine on scene, Initial Attack Crews have been ordered.
Incident Commander:
Summary: The Buzzard Fire is burning on Forest Service lands approximately four (4) miles north of Eagle Peak. A new start has been sighted north of Eagle Peak Lookout. An air reconnaissance flight has confirmed the start and initial reports on the fire are approximately 3-4 acres.
For information on the Gila National Forest, check out our website at http://www.fs.usda.gov/gila