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Low-interest loans available for Ruidoso residents
RUIDOSO, N.M. (KRQE) – The federal government is helping victims of the fires and floods in Ruidoso rebuild with some extra cash. Low-interest loans are now available for anyone who’s home or business has been impacted by the recent natural disasters. Earlier this month, the president signed a major disaster declaration, making low-interest federal disaster loans […]
Fort Stanton Live Postponed Due To Lincoln County Fires
Historic white row buildings at Fort Stanton Historic Site. Courtesy/Tira Howard Photography. New Mexico Department of Cultural Affairs (NMDCA) announces that due to Fort Stanton Historic Site’s proximity to the South Fork and Salt wildfires in the Ruidoso and Mescalero areas of Lincoln County, the July 13 event, Fort Stanton Live, has been postponed until the fall.
Ruidoso Downs racetrack flooded by Rio Ruidoso
RUIDOSO DOWNS, N.M. — Flooding continues in areas near the South Fork Fire in Ruidoso. Flood water and debris in the Rio Ruidoso overtopped its banks and spilled onto the racetrack at Ruidoso Downs. The National Weather Service says flooding was reported where the track crosses the river. A...
2024 NMMEA South Fork and Salt Fire Update 6/28
Mescalero Apache Tribe Emergency Operations Center: 575-464-9214 (8am-12am) Village of Ruidoso and Lincoln County Emergency Operations Center: 575-258-6900 (7am-10pm) Fire Information Phone: 575-323-8378 or 575-323-8258 (8am-8pm) Media Information Phone: 575-323-8053 (8am-8pm) Email: 2024.southfork@firenet.gov. Acres: South Fork – 17,569; Salt – 7,939. Start Date: June 17, 2024. Location: South...
AG Warns of Fire-Related Price-Gouging
Attorney General Raúl Torrez, alongside local Ruidoso and Lincoln County officials, held a news conference yesterday following reports of price-gouging in response to the South Fork/Salt fires in the area. “Anyone who takes advantage of our people during a crisis like this should expect to face the full force of the New Mexico Department of Justice,” Torrez said in a statement, noting his office has heard reports of price gouging at hotels as far away as Albuquerque. “Price gouging by hotels, contractors and retailers will be met with swift legal action and anyone engaged in fraud will be criminally prosecuted. We encourage anyone who witnesses or experiences price gouging or fraudulent behavior to contact us immediately.” People can report suspicious behavior online or by calling the AG’s office at (505)490-4060, option 3. “Our neighbors in Roswell really stepped up in our time of need and welcomed Ruidosoans with open arms as we were forced to flee from the path of the South Fork and Salt Fires. We will never forget the kindness that was shown to us,” Ruidoso Mayor Lynn Crawford said in a statement. “It is so upsetting to hear that some people took advantage of our citizens when they were vulnerable and in need of shelter.” Torrez acknowledged that while the announcement of unfair practices “may be concerning to folks and should cause everyone to be vigilant, I don’t want it to overshadow the really good examples of people reaching out and helping one another, and do think the vast majority of people in this community and surrounding communities are doing what they can to come together and help folks in their moment of need.” Containment continues to grow on the South Fork/Salt fires, which as of press time had reached 64% and 55%, respectively.
Animal Humane in need of help after rescuing 86 pets from Ruidoso and Las Vegas
Animal Humane New Mexico had a busy week responding to two emergency intake requests across the state. The fires burning in Ruidoso and flash floods in Las Vegas created an urgent situation for the shelter pets in those locations, and Animal Humane stepped up to help. On July 18, the...
NMDOJ: Price gouging crackdown amid Ruidoso wildfires
RUIDOSO, N.M. — Video above:Attorney General Raúl Torrez held a news conference at the Lincoln County Planning Department to address potential price gouging for those affected by the South Fork and Salt fires on Wednesday, June 26. The Department of Justice is investigating claims of fraudulent activity, including 'GoFundMe' pages.
Both South Fork and Salt fires over 50% contained, residents encouraged not to shoot off fireworks
Jun. 26—RUIDOSO — The fire-raked Ruidoso area received some rain Wednesday, but no major flooding. Lincoln County emergency management specialist Michael Scales told the Journal that rain was expected to continue through the night and it would be monitored. National Weather Service of Albuquerque meteorologist Andrew Mangham said...
NM Attorney General announced efforts to address potential price gouging in and around Lincoln County
RUIDOSO, New Mexico -- Attorney General Raúl Torrez, and Lincoln County Undersheriff Geraldine Martinez announced efforts to address potential price gouging in and around Lincoln County. They announced it would aid those affected by the South Fork and Salt Fires. The announcement happened on Wednesday June 26th at 11:30 a.m. at Lincoln County Planning Department, 109 Kansas City Rd, Ruidoso, NM 88345.
'That won't be tolerated': New Mexico AG warns businesses about price gouging amidst Ruidoso area fires
RUIDOSO — New Mexico Attorney General Raúl Torrez has a message for business operators who have or are thinking about raising prices on people affected the South Fork and Salt fires: "That won't be tolerated." The state Department of Justice will investigate possible price gouging instead of local...
At least 89 people reported ‘unaccounted for’ from NM wildfires
Parts of the village of Ruidoso reopened to full-time residents on Monday morning at 8 a.m. By Tuesday afternoon, about half of the 8,000 village residents who were evacuated from the South Fork and Salt fires had returned, according to the Lincoln County officials. Authorities are leaving open the possibility...
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