Firefighters hold containment of Ruidoso wildfire despite wind
Village of Ruidoso
Smoke and flames can be seen from a grass fire burning near Ruidoso.
UPDATE, June 9: RUIDOSO, New Mexico -- As of Wednesday, officials said the Ball Field Fire burning near Ruidoso was 50% contained and holding at 25 acres. In addition, NM Highway 48 has reopened in both directions.
Officials said in a Wednesday afternoon update that 18 firefighters on the ground were "continuing to make sure the fire stays within the containment lines."
"Although there is very little fire activity at the moment, winds are causing an increase in the smoke activity, which is normal," the update indicated.