New Mexico Wildfires Burn Through Thousands of Acres

Residents Ordered to Evacuate As Fires Spread

Two wildfires in New Mexico have burned through thousands of acres, forcing residents to evacuate their homes. The fires, dubbed the "Blue 2 Fire" and the "Salt Fire," have spread rapidly, fanned by strong winds.

The Blue 2 Fire has burned 13,921 acres with zero percent containment, according to the Village of Ruidoso. The fire is threatening homes and businesses in the area, and residents have been ordered to evacuate.

The Salt Fire is also burning in New Mexico, but its size and containment status are unknown. The fire is located in the Capitan Mountains, and residents in the area have been ordered to evacuate.

Firefighters are battling the blazes, but they are being hampered by strong winds and dry conditions. The fires are expected to continue to spread until conditions improve.

Residents in the affected areas are urged to follow the instructions of local authorities. Evacuation routes and shelters are available on the websites of the New Mexico Department of Homeland Security and Emergency Management and the New Mexico Office of Emergency Management.