Non-Local News Releases

Governor will seek federal reimbursement again once all damage is assessed

SANTA FE – The federal government has partially granted Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham's request for an emergency declaration in response to historic flooding in northern New Mexico, as the Governor signed executive orders today making $8.25 million more in state funding available for flood response.

The orders make $750,000 in state emergency funds available for the National Guard's flood response in San Juan County, and $7.5 million available for the Department of Homeland Security and Emergency Management's disaster response. More state money will follow as damage estimates come in.

Cibola National Forest Prepares
for Prescribed Fire Pile Burning

Pueblo Colorado Piles - Mountainair Ranger District

Recent moisture creates favorable conditions for hazardous fuels reduction work

ALBUQUERQUE, NM – October 26, 2026 – The Cibola National Forest & National Grasslands (NF & NGs) is planning prescribed (Rx) fire pile burning on Pueblo Colorado units as early as Wednesday October 28 on the Mountainair Ranger District. Forest Service officials estimate this project may continue as multi-day operation, as conditions allow.

Fire managers are taking advantage of recent precipitation, cooler temperatures, and improved relative humidity, which together create suitable conditions for burning piled slash and woody debris piled during earlier forest restoration work.

Sandia Ranger District

Recent moisture creates favorable conditions for hazardous fuels reduction work

ALBUQUERQUE, NM – October 26, 2026 – The Cibola National Forest & National Grasslands (NF & NGs) fire managers plan to begin prescribed (Rx) fire ignitions tomorrow (Oct. 27) on the previously announced Sandia Ranger District - Cedro Unit Piles. Officials expect the project to be a one-day operation, as conditions allow.

Fire managers are taking advantage of recent precipitation, cooler temperatures, and improved relative humidity, which together create suitable conditions for burning piled slash and woody debris piled during earlier forest restoration work.

Governor Lujan Grisham preparing request for federal disaster declaration

SANTA FE – State emergency crews are working alongside San Juan County officials to rescue residents and support evacuations after historic flooding along the San Juan and Animas rivers.

The State Emergency Operations Center is activated and worked overnight to support affected communities, including coordinating state agencies with federal, local and Tribal partners to deliver lifesaving response resources.

By Saturday, law enforcement had reported hundreds of water rescues between Farmington and Bloomfield. The National Weather Service estimates that thousands of homes and buildings have also been affected. On Friday, the San Juan River at Farmington ran 2 feet above its previous record, set in 1909.

In all construction zones, motorists are asked to reduce speed, obey posted signs, and use extreme caution, as well as continuing to be cautious of heavy equipment and construction personnel in the area. PLEASE NOTE: Conditions are subject to change without notice. Double fines for speeding in work zones may be in effect.

White Sands Missile Range Notification

For information regarding closures, you may call WSMR at 678-1178 or 678-2222 for updates.

Interstates: 

I-25 Guardrail Replacement Project, Mile Marker 6 to 14.2, Las Cruces to Dona AnaLC00384

Project Jupiter has awarded more than $994 million in contracts to in-state firms and created more than 1,200 jobs to date for New Mexico residents

Austin, Texas—October 23, 2026 — Oracle today announced new construction workforce and contracting milestones for Project Jupiter, including more than $994 million in contracts awarded to 30 New Mexico firms as of September 30, 2026.

 Building Long-Term Economic Value

Project Jupiter is delivering substantial, immediate value to New Mexico businesses. To date, the project has awarded more than $994 million in contracts to 30 New Mexico firms, including HVAC, insulation, plumbing, electrical services, sanitation, and construction equipment rentals. Of these contracts, more than $160 million has already been paid, helping local companies grow their capacity now, support their teams, and participate directly in one of the state's largest infrastructure investments.

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PIÑON, N.M. – New Mexico animal health officials have confirmed a case of New World screwworm in a beef cow in Otero County. 

State and federal officials are continuing to expand surveillance and fly-trapping around affected locations to identify any additional cases and determine whether the pest has spread beyond the affected animals.

"We are working closely with our state and federal partners to investigate these cases, increase surveillance and monitor for additional infestations," said State Veterinarian Dr. Samantha Holeck with the New Mexico Livestock Board.

The Findings of Facts, Conclusions of Law and Judgement in State of New Mexico, et. al., v. Meta Platforms, Inc. (f.k.a. Facebook, Inc.), D-101-CV-2021-00132 is attached.  

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