07/17/2026
On Tuesday, July 7, Cimarron Volunteer Fire Department responded to two fire incidents in the greater Cimarron area.
CVFD was initially dispatched to assist Philmont Fire Department with a report of a single tree snag fire soldering with smoke but no flames visible near Vaca Camp on Philmont Scout Ranch property.
Shortly thereafter, at approximately 17:30 hours, CVFD was dispatched to the area of US Highway 64 and Forest Road 1950 in response to reports of heavy black smoke visible, possibly coming from the Valle Vidal.
CVFD personnel joined crews from Vermejo Fire Department, New Mexico Forestry Division, and Philmont Fire Department on what became known as the Plaza Canyon Fire. Thanks to a timely and efficient response from all departments, the fire was fully contained at approximately 8 acres.
Thank you to all crews and departments involved for their work and assistance on these incidents!
📸: L Coca, J Martinez
