EMNRD-FORESTRY DIVISION for the Santa Fe National Forest
Start Date: June 5, 2015 Percent Contained: 0%
Size: 1,700 acres Growth Potential: Low
Vegetation: Ponderosa pine, aspen, mixed conifer, grass and brush
Summary: Fire managers on the lightning-caused Commissary Fire on the Pecos/Las Vegas Ranger District took advantage of the drier weather yesterday and strengthened the western perimeter along Forest Road 66, burning 150 acres. With wetter conditions forecasted today, crews will continue chipping and piling operations around the perimeter today.