Frijoles Fire in New Mexico 79% Contained, No Evacuations in Place
Frijoles Fire in New Mexico 79% Contained, No Evacuations in Place
US · Published Sep 9, 2026
The Frijoles Fire, located three miles east of Cundiyó, New Mexico, has burned 15,483 acres since it started on August 4, 2026, due to lightning (Source time: 6:00 PM MDT).
The fire is currently 79% contained, and command is being transferred to a Type 4 organizational team for the Santa Fe National Forest.

Impact & Risks

The Frijoles Fire has burned over 15,000 acres of timber and brush, but no evacuations are currently in place for Santa Fe or Rio Arriba counties. A temporary forest area closure remains in effect for the Santa Fe National Forest, including the Pecos Wilderness area. Smoke may impact air quality in the Frijoles River Valley and areas east of the fire, particularly in the evenings. Residents are advised to stay prepared and monitor updates as conditions may change.

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