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RUIDOSO, N.M. — As of June 22, the South Fork Fire has burned over 16,000 acres, and the Salt Fire has burned almost 8,000.
According to a press release published by the New Mexico Forestry Division, 23 crews have responded to the fire. Ninety-four engines are being used to combat the fire, and over 1,100 firefighters are on the scene.
Both fires started on June 17, and it is believed that both were started when mixed conifer, grass, and pine/juniper went up in flame.
While rains assisted with moderating fire activity, this incident is not over. Hazards exist across the South Fork and Salt fires. Downed powerlines, damaged water, sewer, and gas lines, localized flooding, fire...