The Cuervito Fire continues to burn in the Santa Fe National Forest and is spreading with low intensity. The lightning-caused fire started on May 9 and is located about nine miles east of Pecos and has burned about 100 acres as of Friday, May 14.
According to the officials with the Santa Fe National Forest, crews have decided to manage the fire by allowing it to consume and reduce forest debris as it will promote a healthier forest and reduce the risk of catastrophic wildfires in surrounding communities.
Officials report that crews will be conducting hand ignitions along Forest Service Road 81FB and Forest Service Road 200 which will strengthen control lines. Crews intend to keep the fire west of Forest Service Road 200 and 200M, south and east of Forest Service Road 81FB, and north of Forest Service Road 81AA and 200H.