Wildfire Preparedness is Year-Round
There are actions you can take throughout the year to be prepared for a wildfire and increase wildfire resiliency in your communities. Check out the Wildfire Preparedness features every month for helpful resources, upcoming events and ways to get involved!
March: SW Wildfire Awareness Week
With the weather warming, the start of spring winds, and Southwest Wildfire Awareness Week at the end of the month, now is the time for residents of the southwest to take proactive steps against destructive wildfire. From the desert to the bosque to the mountains, individuals and communities shouldn’t feel helpless; they can learn how to take action to protect their families, properties, and communities.
February: Get to Know Ready, Set, Go!
It is vital to have an evacuation plan in place for you and your family. The Ready, Set, Go! New Mexico program provides tips and tools to prepare for a wildfire emergency and create a personal action plan.
December: Don’t Hibernate on a Preparedness Plan
Take this seasonal break to create or review and improve your personal preparedness plan for emergencies. Although emergencies and disasters can occur at any moment, the winter months – when wildfire risk is at its lowest – are a good time to create a preparedness plan and identify personal needs and prioritize tasks without the urgency of an emergency. The plan should be shared with every member of the family so everyone in your household is on the same page in the event of an emergency, especially if family members will be at work, daycare or school.
Upcoming Events
For a full list of network events, visit the FACNM Events page.
Join the Network
Whether you are a seasoned wildland fire fighter, forester, or resident living in a wildland urban interface (WUI), there is a place for you in the Fire Adapted New Mexico Learning Network (FACNM)! FACNM is a statewide network of people willing to take collective action to increase wildfire resilience and share resources. Learn more about FACNM memberships and work with your fellow members towards wildfire preparedness.