Summary
The Trigo fire started on 04/15/2008 at 1555 hrs. The burn area is located approximently 10 miles East of Belen, New Mexico. The cause of the fire is still under investigation.
The evacuated residents of Torreon, Tajique, Ten Pines, and Sherwood Forest have been allowed to return.
Basic Information
| Incident Type | Wildland Fire |
|---|---|
| Cause | Under Investigation |
| Date of Origin | 04/15/2008 at 1555 hrs. |
| Location | 10 miles East of Belen, NM |
| Incident Commander | Seth Carbonari |
Current Situation
| Total Personnel | 75 |
|---|---|
| Size | 13,709 acres |
| Percent Contained | 100% |
| Estimated Containment Date | 05/11/2008 at hrs. |
| Fuels Involved | 9 Hardwood Litter Fuels models 5,9 and 10. Pinyon-juniper; gambel oak; ponderosa pine and mixed conifer. |
| Fire Behavior | Smoldering. |
| Significant Events | About 2" of rain fell in some areas of the Trigo Fire over the last two days. |
Outlook
| Planned Actions | Forecast for the next Operational Period. Winds 12-17, Temperature 44-54, Wind Direction E to NE, Relative Humidity 50-60. |
|---|---|
| Projected Movement | Patrol and mop up. Stage resources for initial attack. |
| Growth Potential | Low |
| Terrain Difficulty | Extreme |
| Containment Target | Containment May, 11th 2008; control undetermined. |
| Remarks | Crews staged at Torreon Fire Dept. were assisting with filling and distribution of sand bags to local residents. |
Weather
| Current Wind Conditions | 10-15 mph NE |
|---|---|
| Current Temperature | 48 degrees |
| Current Humidity | 33-43 % |
