Governor issues statement on Las Vegas flooding
SANTA FE – Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham issued the following statement Monday on the flooding in northern New Mexico.
Resources available for those impacted by South Fork and Salt fires - State disaster recovery center, 24/7 hotline available to help connect people to resources and answer questions
A state Disaster Recovery Center is now open at the Roswell Convention Center and will remain open seven days a week from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Residents can get connected to Disaster Case Management and receive help coordinating both short-term and long-...
Governor addresses Supreme Court decision upholding gun control law to protect domestic violence victims
Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham signed legislation in 2019 that strengthened New Mexico’s gun safety laws by restricting firearm access for people convicted of various domestic violence crimes or stalking, and those subject to active domestic violence re...
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SANTA FE – Today, the Supreme Court upheld a federal gun control law intended to protect victims of domestic violence, preserving national protections that reflect law already established in New Mexico.
Governor authorizes $5.25 million in emergency funds for relief efforts for the South Fork and Salt fires
SANTA FE – Today, Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham signed executive orders authorizing the release of $5.25 million in additional emergency funds for the Department of Homeland Security Management to support relief efforts for the ongoing South Fork and S...
President Biden approves Major Disaster Declaration request for New Mexico
“I’m grateful to President Biden for approving the Major Disaster Declaration quickly,” said Gov. Lujan Grisham. “This federal assistance will help affected residents receive the necessary aid to begin to recover and rebuild their lives.”
State launches Wildfire Dashboard for South Fork and Salt fires - Online community meeting scheduled for 5 p.m. today
SANTA FE – Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham’s office today announced the launch of a new Wildfire Dashboard, providing real-time updates and critical information on the South Fork and Salt fires. This dashboard is designed to keep residents informed and e...
Governor requests Major Disaster Declaration for wildfires
SANTA FE – Today, Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham formally requested a Major Disaster Declaration from President Joseph R. Biden Jr. in response to the devastating South Fork Fire and Salt Fire, which began on June 17, 2024. The request highlights the ur...
HAPPENING TONIGHT: Governor to brief on South Fork Fire and Salt Fires
SANTA FE – Tonight, Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham will host a brief for the media to provide information on the South Fork and Salt Fires and the relief effort.
Governor declares state of emergency in Lincoln County and the Mescalero Apache Reservation due to wildfires
These wildfires, which ignited yesterday, have damaged more than 500 structures and led to the evacuation of the entire Village of Ruidoso. Further evacuations in nearby communities are possible. The fires have consumed nearly 20,000 acres and are cu...