Merrill Fire burning 40 acres in Zuni Mountains
GRANTS, N.M. (KRQE) – On May 23, around 4:30 p.m., the Merrill Fire started on private lands which crossed into the Mt. Taylor Ranger District on the Cibola National Forest. The spread of the fire on Friday was due to winds in excess of 25 mph, dry fuels, and high temperatures.
Start Date / Time: 05/23/25Cause: N/ASize: ~40 acresLocation: West of Grants, NM in Zuni Mts. & southeast of Ft. WingateResources: US Forest Service, New Mexico Forestry Division, McKinley County, and aerial supportTypes of vegetation in the area (aka fuels): Grass, brush, and logging slash.Containment: 0%Road Closures: N/AEvacuations: N/A
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