Mescalero Apache Fire Rescue

09/22/2026

FLOOD RISK INCREASING ACROSS THE SOUTHWEST AND HIGH PLAINS🌧️⚠️the flood risk will increase over the next few days across parts of the Southwest and Southern and Central High Plains as a surge of tropical and monsoon moisture spreads into the region!

Atmospheric moisture could approach near-record levels for this time of year, creating an environment favorable for very efficient, heavy rain-producing thunderstorms. Multiple rounds of storms could bring several inches of rain to some areas this week, increasing the risk of flash flooding.

The greatest flood concern is across New Mexico, with additional areas to watch across far West Texas, the Oklahoma Panhandle and southern Colorado. Flash flooding could develop quickly, especially near burn scars, normally dry washes and arroyos, low-water crossings, and other flood-prone locations. Never attempt to drive through flooded roadways🌧️⚠️

09/21/2026

We are expecting heavy rainfall leading to flash flooding starting tomorrow, Tuesday, September 22, 2026 to Thursday, September 24, 2026. Come get your sandbags at the Sawmill before it’s too late. If you‘re in a flood plain, please be READY. Have your bags packed and ready to go. Limit travel to what is necessary and keep your distance from flood waters. Do not drive into water that is crossing roadways as your vehicle may be swept away. Keep an eye out for more updates and alerts from The Mescalero Apache Tribe.

09/18/2026

Wishing these First Responder hunters good luck on their hunt. Congratulations!

We are excited to announce the results of the 2026 First Responder Cow Elk Hunt draw held today by the Conservation Department! As per the Tribal Hunt Proclamation, Ordinance 26-02, we’ve allotted 20 Cow Elk permits specifically for our dedicated First Responders in Otero and Lincoln County.

Congratulations to the following recipients:

1. Joseph Singer - Otero County Sheriff

2. Joseph Luna - OESFF Lincoln County Fire Service

3. Cristy Griewahn - Hondo Fire Department

4. Anthony Chavez - NM Game and Fish

5. David Ledezma - USBP

6. Edward Carrillo III - USBP

7. Kelley Gordon - Lincoln County Sheriff

8. Ryan Blanton - Carrizozo PD

9. Chad Casson - NMSP Retired

10. Blayne Maldonado - Ruidoso Fire Department

11. Dustin Justus - EMS Ski Patrol Ski Apache

12. Kurtis Grassie - Capitan Police Dept

13. Tristin Bloomquish - Lincoln County Sheriff

14. Brian Samson - OESFF Lincoln County Fire Service

15. Bryce Bailey - Lincoln County Sheriff

16. Ashley Malizzi - Bonito Volunteer Fire Dept. EMT

17. Denver Park - Capitan Fire Department

18. Philip Wall - Capitan PD

19. Fabian Picazo - Otero County Sheriff

20. Mauricio Puente - Alamogordo PD

Hunt Details:
Dates: October 31, 2026 - November 4, 2026
Permit Fee: $150.00 (due by October 16, 2026)
Permit Pickup: October 30, 2026

09/17/2026

The next free CPR class is 09/29, 9:00am, at Station 1. Class is first come, first serve. Please arrive early or on time. We highly encourage all ages to attend, but minors must have their parents present. This is open to the general public.

09/17/2026

Last week, MAFR held a fire extinguisher class with Four Directions Treatment and Recovery. Residents and staff learned about fire safety and got to practice using a fire extinguisher. Remember PASS: Pull, aim, squeeze, sweep. If your tribal department is interested in a class, please contact us at 575-464-3473.

09/12/2026

Today, we remember those who sacrificed everything for people they didn’t know. They ran towards danger, when everyone else ran away. 343 FDNY firefighters and 72 NYPD were lost that day and countless more continue to die from exposures that day. Mescalero Fire and Rescue honored their sacrifice today with over an hour of stair climbs. If you‘re in Alamogordo, please keep an eye out for the 9/11 memorial, where one of our trucks and two of our own will memorialize all the innocent lives lost that day.

09/11/2026

Non-Tribal First Responders Hunt for Law Enforcement, Fire/EMS, and Emergency Managment personnel in Lincoln and Otero Counties. Get your application in to hunt on the beautiful Mescalero Apache Reservation.

09/04/2026

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08/19/2026

Our next CPR class will be August 27th. This is a free class we put on for anyone who is interested in learning CPR and First Aid. Please show up on time and prepared to learn. If you have any questions feel free to reach out at 575-464-3473.

08/06/2026

Now is the perfect time to ensure you have working smoke alarms in your house! We have partnered with the American Red Cross to provide and install smoke alarms in local residence's homes. Please complete the form on this page: https://americanredcross.jotform.com/262157528533864
or us the QR code in the image below.