Tusas Fire in San Miguel County Forces Evacuations As of early Thursday morning, April 23, 2026, the Tusas Fire continues to burn in San Miguel County, Fresh Mexico, prompting evacuation orders for residents in the affected area. The fire, which began Wednesday afternoon near NM 266 at mile marker 2.5 west of Sapello, has burned approximately 150 acres and remains 0 percent contained, according to the National Interagency Fire Center. Emergency officials reported that the fire is moving north and east from Las Tusas toward Highway 94, driven by southwest winds and burning through timber fuels. Multiple agencies are responding, including volunteer fire departments from San Miguel County, type six engines, the Carson Hotshot hand crew, two hand crews from the forestry division, and air support conducting water and retardant drops. Evacuation orders issued as of 5 a.m. Thursday include: – GO (Evacuate Immediately): Residents on NM 266 between mile markers 3–6 – SET (Be Prepared to Evacuate): Residents on NM 266 from mile marker 4 to NM 94, and from NM 94 to A4A – READY (Stay Alert): Residents along County Road A4A NM 266 remains closed from NM 94 to County Road A3. Smoke from the fire is visible in surrounding areas. No structures have been reported burned as of the latest update, though several homes are threatened and under evacuation orders. Authorities urge residents to follow official channels for updates and to avoid the area unless necessary. Firefighters continue to work on containment efforts amid challenging conditions involving steep terrain and limited access.
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