March 14, 2025
The New Mexico Forestry Division would like to update you on a wildfire that is requiring the
attention of state, local and federal resources in New Mexico. The Mogote Hill Fire is burning
in grass and high winds on private land in Mora County east of I-25, south of Wagon Mound.
The fire is estimated at 3,000 acres, is zero percent contained, and the cause of the fire is under
investigation.

Mogote Hill Fire
Update: The Mogote Hill fire is estimated at 3,000 acres and is zero percent contained. The fire
was discovered at 12:05 p.m. and is burning in grass and high winds on private land in Mora
County east of I-25, south of Wagon Mound. Fire activity is running, and a High Wind Warning
is in effect for the area until 6 p.m. The cause of the fire is under investigation.

Weather: Currently 44 degrees, with west winds at 38 mph / gusts of 56, 22 RH. High Wind
Warning in effect for the area until 6 p.m. Tonight, areas of blowing dust before 7pm. Increasing
clouds, with a low of 26. Windy from the west, 25 -35 mph decreasing to 10-20 mph. Gusts as
high as 50 mph.

Evacuations / Closures: None at this time.
Acres: est. 3,000
Start Date/ Time: March 14, 2024; 12:05 p.m.
Cause: Under investigation
Location: South of Wagon Mound, east of 1-25
Ownership: Private
Structure Threat: Scattered homes in the area.
Resources: Pecos River 1-T6 engine, with 2 chase; 1 NMDOT grader; WRP 2 T-6 engines,
multiple VFD and county with type-6 engines and water tenders.
Containment: 0%
Fuels: Grass