More than 1400 homes and other structures burned as wild fires surround NM town
RUIDOSO, N.M. – Two wildfires, the South Fork Fire to the north and the Salt Fire to the south have effectively encircled the village of Ruidoso, causing widespread destruction and displacing many residents. As of Tuesday night, the fires have consumed over 21,000 acres, a significant impact despite their relatively small size compared to other wildfires in New Mexico. Fire officials have reported that the fires destroyed approximately 1,400 homes and structures. The devastation was …