Fast-Moving Brush Fire Forces Evacuations in Bosque Farms

BOSQUE FARMS, N.M. – A fast-moving brush fire prompted emergency responses from fire crews Thursday afternoon in Bosque Farms, leading to immediate evacuations in certain areas.

The Valencia County Fire Department reported that evacuations are in effect for parts of Bosque Farms located west of Bosque Loop, specifically between Lillie and Cottonwood Drive. Residents in these regions are urged to leave their homes to ensure their safety as fire crews work to control the blaze.

An evacuation center has been established at the Daniel Fernandez Recreation Center to provide shelter and assistance for displaced residents. Authorities have not yet disclosed the full scale of damage, but the fire has already been confirmed to have affected some structures.

“We are mobilizing all available resources to combat the fire and protect property,” a spokesperson for the Valencia County Fire Department said. “Our priority is the safety of the residents.”

As of now, the fire’s cause remains under investigation, and crews are actively engaged in efforts to contain its spread. Residents are advised to stay tuned to local news, including KOB 4 Eyewitness News and KOB.com, for up-to-date information regarding the fire situation.