SILVER CITY, NM; June 16, 2015 – For Immediate Release – Lightning has sparked at least eight fires on the Gila National Forest after thunderstorms passed over the region recently. The fires are being monitored by lookouts, aircraft and personnel on the ground.
Two of the fires (Pinon and Moore) have the potential to be used to achieve resource objectives. These objectives include improving wildlife habitat, protecting cultural resources, reducing hazardous fuels and returning fire to the ecosystem.