CORRECTION: ACREAGE - Perch Fire - Guadalupe County
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact: Emery Veilleux
Communications Coordinator
emery.veilleux@emnrd.nm.gov
505-699-1172
Contact: George Ducker
Communications Manager
george.ducker@emnrd.nm.gov
505-699-0601
Perch Fire - Guadalupe County
Please note corrected estimated acreage below as 100 acres
March 30, 2026
The New Mexico Forestry Division would like to update you on a wildfire that is requiring the attention of suppression resources in New Mexico.
Update : Resources are currently on scene at the Perch Fire, located southeast of Santa Rosa near Perch Lake. The fire was discovered at 12:50 pm on Monday, March 30. Fire behavior is active and making runs in grass and brush fuels. Spot fires crossed over State Road 91 and the fire is making an eastern push. Structures are threatened, including the Santa Rosa Airport. “GO” status evacuations are in place for State Road 91, mile marker 1 to 6 on the east side.
Air resources have been called in to assist on the fire and ground resources are employing full suppression tactics. The Perch Fire is estimated at 100 acres and is currently 0% contained.
Evacuations / Closures : "GO” status for State Road 91, mile marker 1 to 6 on east side. State Road 91 going south is closed, but traffic will be allowed to leave the area. Visibility in area will be reduced and roads/evacuation routes can become blocked; Guadalupe County is advising residents to leave now. All information per Guadalupe County.
Learn more about the Ready Set Go system by visiting emnrd.nm.gov/sfd/fire-prevention-programs/ready-set-go-new-mexico/.
Shelters : Santa Rosa Blue Hole Convention Center, 1085 Blue Hole Rd, Santa Rosa, NM 88435.
Weather : Currently 84 degrees, 10% RH, winds at 24 mph with gusts to 31 mph. Tonight, mostly cloudy with a low around 52 and west winds at 10-15 mph.
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Acres : 100 estimated.
Containment : 0%.
Start Date/ Time : 12:50 p.m., Monday, March 30, 2026.
Fuels : Grass, brush.
Cause : Under investigation.
Location : Southeast of Santa Rosa, NM near Perch Lake.
Ownership : Private.
Structure Threat : Structures threatened, including Santa Rosa Airport.
Resources : Forestry Division, Guadalupe County, Santa Rosa Volunteer Fire Department, Bernalillo County, Town of Bernalillo, City of Santa Fe, Albuquerque Fire Rescue, Quay County Districts 1 and 2.
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Health and safety
Smoke : Individuals sensitive to wildfire smoke should take precautions and use the New Mexico Department of Health 5-3-1 Visibility Method to determine if it’s safe to be outside. Learn more at New Mexico Environmental Public Health Tracking portal and zoom in on the latest smoke conditions on the AirNow Fire and Smoke Map .
Safety : The health and safety of firefighters and the public are always the first priority. Information on air quality and protecting your health can be found online at the New Mexico Department of Health Environmental Public Health Tracking website . The Forest Stewards Guild offers a HEPA Filter Loan Program that are available on a first come/first served basis. Additional information on air filters and the HEPA loan program is available via Santa Fe Fireshed Coalition .
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