Las Palomas Fire-EMS-Extrication

09/04/2026

Our thoughts are with the New Mexico State Police family as they mourn the loss of one of their own.

The Thin Gold Line has lost a member of its family. To his loved ones, fellow telecommunicators, and everyone at NMSP we stand with you during this difficult time.

Rest easy, Philip. Your voice and your service will not be forgotten. 💛

Stay strong, NMSP.

09/03/2026

Agency interoperability is one of the most important attributes of a community. Four came together means that we can more safely and more efficiently. Keep our community safe and help those in need!

Thank you Native Air 31 Las Cruces and Sierra Vista Hospital EMS for being such great public safety partners!

09/01/2026

EDIT: Fire is completely out, there were not any injuries on scene.

We are currently in the area of areported vehicle fire south of Palomas Gap on Caballo mountain. Residents may see flashing lights or fire on the mountain in that area, we do have crews on scene.

08/17/2026

Over the past couple of weeks, several of our members completed the Rope Rescue Operations level class, which builds foundational and fundamental skills!

Chief Chase Brownlee
Captain Larry Brownlee
Secretary Cinnamon Brownlee
FF/P Matt West
FF/EMT Landen Bilyeu
FF Nicolas West
FF Aaron Gall
FF Cody Hearn
FF Ethan Curliss

Two of our members completed the Rope Rescue Technician level class, which teaches far more advanced skills.

Ass. Chief Trevor Whitehead
FF/AEMT Ashlee West

We are proud of everyone for continuing their education to better the response that our community gets!

Thank you to Sierra Vista Hospital EMS and Elephant Butte Fire Department for joining us!

Thank you Rescue Tactics and Training for teaching and training our responders!

Elephant Butte Fire Chief Roger Long said regional rope rescue training held earlier this month is helping area first responders build the skills and teamwork needed to serve residents safely

08/17/2026

We serve an amazing community. The past winter and spring we fundraised for new emergency and scene lighting for our front line ambulance.

Through the generosity of our community including several businesses, we were able to purchase brand new Whelen Engineering Company, Inc. LED lights to improve emergency response and scene safety for our responders!

Thank you Blue Sky Upfitters for supplying us with our new lights!

Thank you to the following businesses for contributing to this upgrade, it was much needed and could not be done without our amazing community!

Compassion Care Clinic
Gunhers
White Sands Federal Credit Union T or C Branch
Caballo Church
Bar-2 Sand & Gravel
Morgan Marine
O'Reilly's Truth or Consequences
Rebecca Dow
Travel Lodge Truth or Consequences

08/14/2026

🚨 UPDATE – MISSING JUVENILE LOCATED SAFE 🚨

The Sierra County Sheriff’s Office is pleased to announce that Dante Alexander Irwin has been located safe.

Dante will be reunited with his family.

We would like to sincerely thank everyone who shared the post, provided information, and helped spread the word. Your assistance and support were greatly appreciated.

Thank you to our community for coming together to help bring Dante home safely.

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🚨 MISSING JUVENILE – PLEASE SHARE 🚨

The Sierra County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s assistance in locating Dante Alexander Irwin, who is listed as a missing runaway.

Description:
• Male
• 16 years old
• Approximately 5'7"
• Approximately 115 lbs.
• Brown eyes
• Brown, long curly hair with a “burst fade”
• Scar above his right eye

Last Known Clothing:
• Black T-shirt
• Blue jeans
• Ball cap
• Black backpack

Dante may possibly be driving or traveling in an older-model gray Jeep Grand Cherokee.

Anyone who has seen Dante or has information regarding his whereabouts is asked to contact the Sierra County Sheriff’s Office at 575-894-7111.

Please share this post to help spread the word and assist in bringing Dante home safely.

If you see Dante or the vehicle described above, please contact law enforcement immediately.

07/04/2026

Happy 4th of July, Sierra County!!

Please keep in mind that Ariel Fireworks are banned in sierra count this year, please consult Sierra County Emergency Services page for full details.

Have a safe 4th everyone!