The BLM plans prescribed burns in Chaves County
Roswell, N.M. - Beginning mid-February, the Bureau of Land Management will seek opportunities to conduct prescribed burn operations in two locations within Chaves County. The first location is the 5,280-acre Antelope Unit, located at the Sand Ranch Area of Critical Environmental Concern. The ACEC is approximately 35 miles east of Roswell, north of U.S. Highway 380. The second unit is known as the 8-mile Unit and includes a plan to burn 1,220 acres 20 miles northeast of Roswell, north of U.S. Highway 70, along the Pecos River.
These operations are weather-dependent and will take several days to complete. Smoke from the burns may be visible from Roswell, Dexter, Elida, and other surrounding communities. Signs will be posted along roadways to inform motorists who may potentially be affected by smoke. Motorists should use caution by reducing speed and watching for fire personnel and equipment.