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Zuni Pueblo Declares Local Emergency After Flooding Damages 20 Homes

Zuni Pueblo Declares Local Emergency After Flooding Damages 20 Homes

Zuni Pueblo in New Mexico has declared a local emergency following severe flooding that damaged at least 20 homes. The flooding, caused by days of heavy rain, resulted in some homes being inundated with up to two feet of water. Tribal leaders have shifted their focus from immediate flood response to recovery efforts. The Red Cross, National Guard, and state police are among the agencies assisting with recovery, providing shelter and resources to affected families. The tribe is also working on documentation to apply for FEMA assistance.
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Congressman Neguse and Senator Luján Introduce Local Input Act to Enhance Community Involvement in Public Lands Leasing

Congressman Neguse and Senator Luján Introduce Local Input Act to Enhance Community Involvement in Public Lands Leasing

Colorado Congressman Joe Neguse and New Mexico Senator Ben Ray Luján have introduced the Local Input Act, a legislative proposal aimed at restoring the ability of local communities to provide input on oil and gas lease sales on national public lands. This bill seeks to reinstate the Department of the Interior's discretion to consider public comments and defer lease parcels that conflict with public interest. The introduction of this bill comes in response to changes made by Congress in 2025, which reduced local input by eliminating the Bureau of Land Management's authority to defer lease parcels even when legitimate conflicts are identified. The bill is supported by various conservation and regional organizations, emphasizing the importance of community involvement in managing public lands.
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National Weather Service Issues Flash Flood Warning for Central Rio Arriba County, New Mexico

National Weather Service Issues Flash Flood Warning for Central Rio Arriba County, New Mexico

The National Weather Service (NWS) in Albuquerque has issued a flash flood warning for Central Rio Arriba County in north-central New Mexico. The warning was issued on July 24 at 3:53 PM MDT and is set to last until 6:45 PM MDT. According to the NWS, Doppler radar detected thunderstorms producing heavy rain in the area, with rainfall amounts ranging from 0.75 to 2.25 inches. Additional rainfall of 0.5 to 1.25 inches is expected, which could lead to flash flooding. The warning highlights the risk of flash flooding in small creeks, streams, urban areas, highways, streets, and other low-lying areas. The affected locations are primarily rural areas within Central Rio Arriba County.
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Hotel Willa Partners with Volkswagen to Enhance Taos Road Trip Experience

Hotel Willa Partners with Volkswagen to Enhance Taos Road Trip Experience

Hotel Willa Partners with Volkswagen to Enhance Taos Road Trip Experience
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Hotel Willa Partners with Volkswagen to Enhance Taos Tourism Experience

Hotel Willa Partners with Volkswagen to Enhance Taos Tourism Experience

Hotel Willa Partners with Volkswagen to Enhance Taos Tourism Experience
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Travel Experts Highlight Underrated U.S. Destinations for Slow Travel

Travel Experts Highlight Underrated U.S. Destinations for Slow Travel

Travel Experts Highlight Underrated U.S. Destinations for Slow Travel
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Bear in New Mexico Electrocuted After Climbing Power Pole

Bear in New Mexico Electrocuted After Climbing Power Pole

In New Mexico, a bear tragically died after climbing a power pole and being electrocuted. The incident occurred near the town of Gladstone, approximately 168 miles east of Santa Fe. Shannon Mullens, a traveler on Highway 56, noticed the bear struggling to maintain its balance atop the pole. Despite efforts to alert wildlife officials, the bear was electrocuted before a rescue could be attempted. The event quickly gained attention online, with video footage capturing the bear's precarious situation. Wildlife experts noted that bears sometimes climb poles, mistaking them for trees, especially when frightened by humans or traffic.
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Flash Flood Warning Issued for Hermits Peak and Calf Canyon Burn Scar in New Mexico

Flash Flood Warning Issued for Hermits Peak and Calf Canyon Burn Scar in New Mexico

The National Weather Service (NWS) in Albuquerque has issued a flash flood warning for the Hermits Peak and Calf Canyon Burn Scar in northwestern San Miguel County, New Mexico. The warning was issued on July 24 at 12:01 PM MDT and is expected to last until 3:00 PM MDT. Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing heavy rain over the burn scar area, with rainfall amounts between 0.25 and 1 inch already recorded. The expected rainfall rate is 1 to 2 inches per hour, with additional rainfall of 0.5 to 1 inch possible. The warning highlights the risk of life-threatening flash flooding in and around the burn scar, affecting locations such as El Porvenir, Montezuma, Gallinas, Mineral Hill, and San Geronimo.
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U.S. Forest Service and New Mexico Sign Agreement to Enhance Forest Management and Wildfire Prevention

U.S. Forest Service and New Mexico Sign Agreement to Enhance Forest Management and Wildfire Prevention

The U.S. Forest Service and the State of New Mexico have signed a 20-year agreement aimed at strengthening their partnership to manage forest resources and reduce wildfire risks. This agreement builds on a previous shared stewardship partnership established in 2019. The initiative focuses on increasing fuel treatments and protecting watersheds, which are vital for the state's water supply. Forest Service Chief Tom Schultz emphasized the importance of aligning federal and state resources to accelerate restoration efforts, expand wood utilization, and reduce wildfire risks across millions of acres. New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham expressed appreciation for the Forest Service's commitment to thinning overgrown forests and reducing fuel loads before the next fire season.
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New York State Revises Import Restrictions for Companion Animals Amid Screwworm Threat

New York State Revises Import Restrictions for Companion Animals Amid Screwworm Threat

The New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets has updated its import restrictions for pets entering the state due to the detection of the New World Screwworm in Texas and New Mexico. The revised order permits the entry of cats and dogs from affected areas into New York, provided they receive an FDA-approved treatment within 14 days before arrival. This measure aims to prevent the spread of the invasive pest while allowing the movement of rescue animals. The order also mandates additional veterinary testing and certification of good health for animals from infested regions. The New World Screwworm poses a significant threat to livestock, pets, wildlife, and occasionally humans, as its larvae feed on living tissue, causing severe wounds and economic damage.
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Midwest Poultry Services Recalls 1.6 Million Eggs Due to Salmonella Risk

Midwest Poultry Services Recalls 1.6 Million Eggs Due to Salmonella Risk

Midwest Poultry Services, L.P. has issued a recall for nearly 1.6 million dozen white and brown cage-free eggs due to potential salmonella enteritidis contamination. The recall affects eggs distributed in Texas, Louisiana, Oklahoma, Arkansas, New Mexico, and Mississippi, sold through major retailers like Kroger and Brookshire Grocery stores. The company identified the contamination risk through proactive environmental monitoring and has ceased distributing fresh eggs from its Texas farms. Consumers are advised to avoid consuming the recalled eggs and return them for a full refund.
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Matador Resources Expands Delaware Basin Holdings with $1.28 Billion Deal

Matador Resources Expands Delaware Basin Holdings with $1.28 Billion Deal

Matador Resources Expands Delaware Basin Holdings with $1.28 Billion Deal