After Wildfire Guide New Mexico
Wildfire can upend lives and communities in an instant, leaving behind not only burned landscapes but also urgent hazards such as post‑fire flooding that requires quick and informed action. The After Wildfire Guide is a resource created to support New Mexico communities, homeowners, landowners, and local governments navigate the critical period following a wildfire.
We recognize that recovery can feel overwhelming, and this guide is designed to help you take clear, informed steps in the days, weeks, and months after a fire. This guide brings together practical safety information, emergency contacts, assistance programs, land recovery treatments, and community coordination tools to support both individuals and local leaders.
While no guide can address every situation, this guide provides a solid starting point to help you understand what to expect and where to turn for help. Whether you are returning home, seeking recovery assistance, or organizing a community response, the After Wildfire Guide provides clear steps and reliable resources to help you stay safe and begin recovery with confidence.
After Wildfire StoryMap
New Mexico Forestry Division has created an interactive StoryMap version of New Mexico’s After Wildfire Guide, featuring easy-to-navigate sections, clickable links, and embedded resources to help you quickly find the information you need. Explore the StoryMap below, or click this link for full-screen viewing: https://arcg.is/1zXGPC4. Sections of the Guide included in the StoryMap are:
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Contributors to this guide include: the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, New Mexico Forestry Division - Energy Minerals and Natural Resources Department, NM Department of Homeland Security and Emergency Management, NM State Land Office, New Mexico Forest and Watershed Restoration Institute, and the Forest Stewards Guild.