Report: New Mexico at risk for power outages this summer
900 Views A surge in electricity demand could hit hard for New Mexico, with scorching heat temperatures on the rise ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — The North American Electric Reliability Corporation released its 2023 Summer Reliability Assessment that shows New Mexico and most Western states could be at risk for power outages.
Prescribed Fire at New Mexico-Colorado Border Called Off
650 Views Expected break in winds not developing Despite favorable vegetation and fuels conditions, fire managers have decided to postpone the planned collaborative prescribed fire across the New Mexico-Colorado border. Fire personnel have determined that an anticipated break in the windy weather pattern is not going to develop in time to meet project objectives. Forecast […]
New Mexico expects the highest UV Index in the continental U.S.
634 Views ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – Forecasters are predicting “extreme” UV Index levels in New Mexico. In fact, New Mexico might have a higher index than anywhere else in the contiguous 48 states.
NFL legends run drills with Highland Football
539 Views ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. – Highland football got to hang out with some NFL legends Wednesday. Hall of famers Drew Pearson, Tony Dorsett and Darrell Green spent time with the Hornets at University Stadium thanks to Western Sky Community Cares.
New Mexico’s first mountain coaster opens in Ruidoso
708 Views RUIDOSO, N.M. (KRQE) – Just in time for summer: New Mexico now has its first mountain coaster. It just opened in Ruidoso a few weeks ago, and it’s already a big hit.
Tips to stay safe during triple digit heat waves
579 Views As forecasters call for triple digit temperatures this week, heat related illnesses may be on the rise, here’s some helpful tips to keep cool during these hot days and how to identify a heat crisis. Some people at the most risk may be those who work outside, young children, pregnant women, seniors and […]
Rico Fire has grown to over 400 acres, 0% contained
675 Views Evacuation centers for people and animals are up and running SILVER CITY, N.M. — A wildfire in a remote, mountainous area in Grant County has quickly grown in size and is being fought by U.S. Forest Service personnel and equipment, assisted by local fire departments.
Some driver suspensions to be lifted in New Mexico
587 Views Unpaid traffic fines and missed court appearances will not see their licenses suspended solely for those reasons New Mexico drivers will no longer have their licenses suspended due to unpaid traffic citation fines and failure to appear in court.
Albuquerque Roller Derby welcomes all
506 Views The Albuquerque Roller Derby club at Wells Park provides an inclusive atmosphere to all gender, body types and skill levels, Wrecka Roller Derby – a member of the club – said.
Rico Fire near Silver City burns 250 acres; evacuation issued
575 Views GRANT COUNTY, N.M. (KRQE) – A fire has started burning about seven miles north of Silver City. An evacuation was issued. The Pinos Altos Volunteer Fire Rescue said they were called to the area around 3:26 p.m. Tuesday after smoke was reported near Bear Creek Cabins.
