Wildfire Information
EMNRD-FORESTRY DIVISION

Incident Name: East Fire

Start Date & Time: 04/22/22 @ 1620

Start Location: Mimbres, near HWY 35 in East Canyon, Grant County
Latitude: 32 54 19.8

Longitude: 108 00 04.3

Cause of Fire: Under investigation

Area Vegetation: Grass, brush, timber

Estimated Acres Burned: 100+

Ownership(s): Private

Structures Threatened: Yes, 4+

Structures Burned: No

Evacuations: Possible

The East Fire started on private land this afternoon near Highway 35 in East Canyon in Grant County. The fire is estimated at 100 acres and spreading up East Canyon. At least four homes are threatened at this time and crews are in place to help protect them. Firefighter and public safety are a top priority and crews will adjust as the situation changes. Poor visibility is masking the head of the fire as winds are gusting to 50 miles per hour. Multiple resources are on the scene and en route.
Individuals sensitive to wildfire smoke should take precautions and use the New Mexico Department of Health 5-3-1 Visibility Method to determine if it's safe to be outside. Learn more at https://nmtracking.org/environment/air/FireAndSmoke.html.