New Mexico Department of Homeland Security and Emergency Management

06/13/2026

A new disaster recovery resource is now available to help residents in Mora and San Miguel counties navigate the rebuild and repair process following the Hermit’s Peak Calf Canyon wildfires and floods.

The Building Resiliency Center (BRC) is now open in Las Vegas, NM!
🕖Tuesday - Saturday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
📍601 E Lincoln St., Las Vegas, NM 87701
🔗 dhsem.nm.gov/hermits-peak-calf-canyon-resources/cdbg-dr2022/

06/12/2026

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Wildfire Awareness Month may be over but the need to be prepared for disasters like a wildfire is still here. Making sure your business has a plan for when the disaster happens and how to recover is "no longer optional".

Read more:

May is Wildfire Awareness Month, and New Mexico small business owners face a sobering reality. Wildfires are a constant threat to the state, putting our forests, grasslands and communities directly

06/11/2026

Join us for a Town Hall to learn more about current recovery and assistance programs available through Village, County, and State efforts.

Topics of discussion will include:
• Village of Ruidoso Clean & Lien Program
• Lincoln County EWP Buyout Program
• Private Property Debris Removal (PPDR)
• Community Development Block Grant – Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR)

This will be an opportunity to hear updates, better understand available resources and eligibility considerations, ask questions, and connect directly with program representatives.

Monday, June 15, 2026
6:00 PM
Ruidoso Convention Center - 111 Sierra Blanca Dr

Community members are encouraged to attend and learn more about recovery efforts and available pathways forward.

𝘛𝘩𝘦𝘳𝘦 𝘸𝘪𝘭𝘭 𝘣𝘦 𝘯𝘰 𝘷𝘪𝘳𝘵𝘶𝘢𝘭 𝘢𝘵𝘵𝘦𝘯𝘥𝘢𝘯𝘤𝘦 𝘰𝘱𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯.

06/11/2026

Thursday, June 11
Monsoon Awareness Week

Today's topic is Downburst Winds.

Severe winds can hit before the rain even starts! 💨 Downbursts from monsoon thunderstorms can produce winds over 60, 70, and even 100 mph, causing property damage. Secure outdoor furniture and loose items ahead of the monsoon. Be prepared for power outages and stay away from windows during high winds.

06/10/2026

ATTENTION NM RESIDENTS IN THE AREA OF EUNICE: Mark your calendar for a community meeting featuring the latest information on state response efforts to New World screwworm. The meeting will be held at the Eunice Community Center on Thursday, June 11, at 6 p.m. MT.

06/10/2026

Wednesday, June 10th
Today's Monsoon Awareness Week topic is Lightning!

When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!

🌩️ The monsoon brings spectacular lightning shows to the Southwest, but lightning is deadly.

No place outside is safe when a thunderstorm is nearby.

If you can hear thunder, you are close enough to be struck.

Wait 30 minutes after the last rumble before going back out.

06/10/2026

Homeowners in Lincoln and Chaves counties can still apply for the Home Recovery Program. The program helps residents repair or rebuild 2024 fire or flood damaged homes.

Learn more and apply online at dhsem.nm.gov/cdbg-dr2025.

Paper applications are also available at:

Chaves County
• Roswell City Hall, 425 N. Richardson, Roswell
• Chaves County Administration, #1 St. Mary’s Place, Roswell (County Manager’s Suite, check in with Front Office)

Lincoln County
• Village of Ruidoso Town Hall, 313 Cree Meadows Drive
• Village of Ruidoso Library, 107 Kansas City Road
• Ruidoso Community Center, 501 Sudderth Drive
• Lincoln County Planning and Zoning Office, 115 Kansas City Road
• Eastern New Mexico University Ruidoso, 709 Mechem Drive

If you need help with your application or have questions, call 505-670-4662.

06/09/2026

UPDATED FLYER: Watch for signs of New World screwworm infestation of open wounds on animals. Your awareness helps protect New Mexico’s livestock, pets and wildlife:

- Open wounds that worsen or do not heal
- Animals exhibiting restlessness, licking or biting at a wound, or isolating themselves
- Visible maggots in wounds
- Swelling, discharge, foul smell or unusual tissue deterioration

These signs may be noticed before an infestation is recognized and can be mistaken for illness, injury complications, or other health conditions. Animal owners should closely inspect any wound that is not healing normally. Anyone who observes a suspicious wound or suspects NWS should immediately contact the New Mexico Livestock Board and avoid moving the affected animal.

For more information about New World screwworm, visit screwwormnm.org.

NOTE: New World screwworm has been detected in a canine that resides in Lea County, New Mexico. The dog is receiving treatment from its primary veterinarian and is recovering in Andrews, Texas. This is the only confirmed New World screwworm case in the state at this time (as of June 9).

06/09/2026

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Most homes ignite from embers, not flames. A quick midweek check can lower your risk before the next Red Flag day.

• Clear leaves and pine needles from gutters and roofs.
• Remove debris from under decks and porches.
• Move flammable items away from exterior walls.
• Check vents and openings where embers could enter.

06/08/2026

It's Monsoon Awareness Week, and today's weather safety topic is Heat.

Heat is the #1 weather killer in the US.

🌡️ During the monsoon, triple digit heat is common across the Southwest.

Stay hydrated, seek shade, and NEVER leave children or pets in a hot car.

Check on your neighbors and limit outdoor activities during the hottest part of the day.