Emergency alerts
Sign up for emergency alerts so you can be notified quickly and efficiently during emergencies such as wildfires, severe weather, public safety incidents, or other urgent events.
We encourage all community members—everyone who works, recreates, goes to school, and/or lives here—to sign up to receive emergency alerts. Signing up allows you to choose how you receive alerts (text, call, email), provide multiple contact methods, customize location-based alerts, and ensure your information is accurate.
Sign Up for Emergency Alerts
Signing up is quick and easy. Select the "Sign Up for Emergency Alerts" button or text “LOSALAMOS” to 888777.
You may opt out at any time by following the unsubscribe instructions included in alert messages or by adjusting their preferences within the system.
Note: Emergency alerts from Los Alamos County’s system will come from the number 88911. This is different from the number used by LANL’s system. Residents are encouraged to read messages in their entirety, as they will contain critical instructions and situation updates.
Weather system announcements
The weather systems at Ashley Pond Park, the golf course, North Mesa Sports Complex, Overlook Park, and Piñon Splash Pard also serves as an emergency tool, capable of broadcasting critical announcements during severe weather or emergencies.
Current status: READY
Plan. Prepare. Stay aware.
The geography, weather patterns, and number of Wildland Urban Interface communities in New Mexico make it a state particularly threatened by devastating wildfire. As catastrophic wildfires continue to increase each year in New Mexico, make sure to protect yourself and your family—plan, prepare, and stay aware.
Ready, Set, Go!
Get prepared for wildfire before it strikes by remembering the 8 P's:
- People & pets
- Pictures & photo albums
- PCs
- Papers (important documents)
- Prescriptions & medications (including pets)
- Plastics (i.e. credit cards)
- Personal devices (phones, tablets, & chargers)
- Passports & IDs
UPDATED: June 4, 2026
Here are the current updates and traffic impacts for road construction projects and special events. Active projects will be updated as needed.
NOTE: Essential services—mail delivery, trash and recycling collection, and emergency response—will continue throughout each project. Residents and businesses may still experience large equipment and construction noise.
SAFETY TIP: Motorists and pedestrians are reminded to use caution, reduce speed near work zones, and follow designated detour routes.
Road & utility work
Construction activity for the week of June 8, 2026
Questions or concerns?
TLC Plumbing and Utility will continue working on Pueblo Drive, 36th Street, and Ridgeway Playlot.
Work
- Pueblo Drive (between 36th and 35th streets): Crews will finalize grading the roadway and continue to install sidewalks and drive pads.
- 36th Street: Crews will begin to remove and install drop inlets, and continue to install sidewalks, drive pads, and gutters.
- Ridgeway Playlot: Crews will begin to mill the roadway and prepare for paving.
Notes
- Location: Neighborhood north of Los Alamos High School
- Vehicles must be removed from 9th St. during construction activities. (7 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Friday)
- Expect road closures, lane restrictions, and detours during construction
- Access to residents will be maintained
East Road 14" water transmission line replacement
NM Underground Utilities, Inc will commence work on Monday, June 8
NOTE: While this project will not directly impact traffic flows, motorists should exercise caution through this area.
Construction operations
- Construction access points are east side of Fire Station 6 entrance and at the first curve in NM502.
- Replacing 14" steel water transmission main with new 14" ductile iron transmissions line.
- Construction will primarily occur off-road across from the Los Alamos Airport.
Traffic control
- Barrels and concrete wall barriers in place at start and end of work zone.
- Follow all work zone signs and exercise caution.
Questions and concerns
For additional project details, visit the webpage:
14" Pipeline Replacement Project Page
Concrete Work
Location: Intersection of Cheryl Ave. and Aragon Ave
Date: June 8-30 2026
Time: 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Impact: Sidewalk and Intersection Closures
Work: Concrete work at the intersection of Cheryl Ave. and Aragon Ave.
Contact: Los Alamos Project: Henry Roybal, Project Manager 505-662-8150 or Daniel Campos, Streets Superintendent 505-500-7321
Location: Intersection of Hawk Drive and North Mesa Rd
Date: June 9-30 2026
Time: 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Impact: Sidewalk and Intersection Closures
Work: Concrete work at the intersection of Hawk Drive and North Mesa Rd.
Contact: Los Alamos Project: Henry Roybal, Project Manager 505-662-8150 or Daniel Campos, Streets Superintendent 505-500-7321
Location: San Ildefonso Roundabout
Date: June 10-30 2026
Time: 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Impact: Sidewalk and lane closures
Work: Concrete work at the San Ildefonso Roundabout
Contact: Los Alamos Project: Henry Roybal, Project Manager 505-662-8150 or Daniel Campos, Streets Superintendent 505-500-7321
Location: Joya Loop
Date: June 8-30 2026
Time: 6:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Impact: Sidewalk Closures
Work: Concrete work at several locations on Joya Loop
Contact: Daniel Campos, Streets Superintendent 505-500-7321
Location: 622 Paige Loop and 623 Meadow Lane
Date: June 4 - 10, 2026
Time: 7:00 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Impact: Sidewalk Closure
Work: Apron installations
Contact: Franco's Builders, LLC - Ernesto Medina 505-927-8189
Roadway Striping
Location: County-wide continuing in the Townsite
Date: April 27 - May 22
Time: 6:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Impact: Moving Traffic Control
Work: Striping roads County-wide
Contact: Traffic and Streets, Aaron Park, 505-709-0949
NMDOT Project
NM-4 road rehabilitation work through White Rock
Construction work will consist of milling the old pavement and repaving the road surface. Construction will take place Monday through Saturday, from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
During construction, one lane will be closed, and a pilot car will be on hand to guide motorists through the construction zone. Motorists are strongly encouraged to wait for the pilot car to pass them in the direction they want to travel before attempting to enter the construction zone. Motorists should expect delays and are urged to plan travel accordingly.
- Phase 2: Milepost 62.2 (Monte Rey Drive South) to milepost 49.5 (West Jemez Road)
- Expected construction duration: 3 weeks
- Start date: Monday, June 1, 2026
LANL Project
Los Alamos Canyon (Omega) Bridge Inspection
Los Alamos Canyon (Omega) Bridge pedestrian and bike lane CLOSED
Project: Routine bridge inspection
Dates of impact: June 6 – June 7
How it impacts you: A routine inspection on the bridge begins Saturday morning and concludes Sunday afternoon. The pedestrian and bicycle lane will be closed for the entire weekend. Vehicle traffic will be shifted and a single lane in each direction will remain open, with flaggers along the bridge to guide vehicles. Pedestrians should avoid the area.
Special events
Chamber Fest
Location: Central Ave. from 15th St. to 20th St. & Central Park Square
Time: 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Impact: Road Closure with detours
Event: Chamber Fest
Contact: Sandy Jones 505-661-4807
Pilgrimages for Vocations
Location: June 11th - Omega Bridge to Trinity Dr. to Oppenheimer Dr. to Canyon Rd. to Immaculate Heart Church
June 12th - Immaculate Heart Church to Canyon Dr. to Diamond Dr. to Trinity Dr. to NM 4
Date: June 11-12, 2026
Time: 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Impact: Parade procession with escorts on the roadway
Event: Parade procession
Contact: Lee Ann Llamas 505-376-9076
Ongoing projects
- This project is in the preparation phase. Approvals are complete; initial public meeting scheduled for June 16 at 5:30 p.m. in Municipal Building Council Chambers.
- All will be OPEN May 1 – 31
- Starting June 1, CLOSED Monday morning – 5 p.m. Thursday through rest of 2026: Camp May Road, Camp May Campground, access to nearby trails
Additional information
Utility work impacting roadways County projects
Current status: Staging materials & mobilization
The community broadband network is expected to begin construction in June 2026. Construction will occur in eight phases over three years. As each phase is completed, service will become available in that area via one of the four Internet Service Providers (ISP).
Visit AtomicFiber.net to sign up to be notified when Atomic Fiber reaches your neighborhood and sign up for service with an ISP.
Phase 1
Planned: Summer 2026
Phase 2
Planned: Winter 2026
Phase 3
Planned: Spring 2027
Phase 4
Planned: Summer 2027
Phase 5
Planned: Fall 2027
Phase 6
Planned: Winter 2027
Phase 7
Planned: Spring 2028
Phase 8
Planned: Summer 2028
Construction details
Atomic Fiber construction project page
Review the current weather conditions across the County. When lightning is detected within 10 miles of a site during operation hours, audible and visual alerts will activate. The alert remains active for 30 minutes from the most recent lightning strike, with a visible countdown timer showing when it is safe to resume outdoor activities.
Los Alamos Townsite
Ashley Pond Park
Su – Th & Sa: 10 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Fr: 10 a.m. – 9:30 p.m.
2300 Trinity Drive
Los Alamos, New Mexico 87544
Golf Course
Every day: 7 a.m. – 8 p.m.
4244 Diamond Drive
Los Alamos, New Mexico 87544
North Mesa Sports Complex
Mo – Fr: 3 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Sa & Su: 10 a.m. – 7 p.m.
555 North Mesa Road
Los Alamos, New Mexico 87544
White Rock
Overlook Park
Mo – Fr: 4 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Sa & Su: 10 a.m. – 8 p.m.
580 Overlook Road
White Rock, New Mexico 87547
Piñon Splash Pad
Every day: 10 a.m. – 8 p.m.
10 Sherwood Boulevard
White Rock, New Mexico 87547
Due to ongoing dry conditions and prevailing high winds, Fire Marshal Colorado Cordova of the Los Alamos Fire Department (LAFD) has elevated fire restrictions to Stage 2, effective May 28, within the boundaries of Los Alamos County to safeguard public health and safety, as well as protect lands, structures, natural and historical artifacts.
Under the Stage 2 Fire Restrictions Order 2026-02, stringent restrictions and conditions are imposed as follows:
- Building, maintaining and use of outdoor fires including campfires and recreational fires of any kind is prohibited except for outdoor cooking conducted under the following conditions:
- cooking is performed on a pressurized gas or propane fire grill with a lid that closes, pellet stove, or electric cooking device; and
- the pressurized gas or propane fire grill with a lid that closes, pellet stove, or electric cooking device is placed on a developed non-combustible hard surface such as a concrete slab; and
- the outdoor cooking is subject to ongoing surveillance while cooking is occurring; and
- during and after the outdoor cooking a portable fire extinguisher, a hose with a water source, or a shovel with sufficient dirt available to extinguish a fire must be readily available.
- Smoking is prohibited unless in an enclosed vehicle or building, or in an area free of nearby vegetation and combustible materials.
- The ignition and use of fireworks and other pyrotechnic devices is prohibited.
- Operating any small equipment or tools powered by an internal combustion engine, including chainsaws or lawnmowers, is prohibited, unless used by a property owner or the property owner’s agent to maintain their residential or commercial property. Use of small equipment or tools permitted under this section shall be equipped with a spark arresting device.
- Outdoor welding and/or operating any torch with an open flame or external features that produce sparks, such as an acetylene torch, is prohibited unless specifically granted written approval or permit by the fire chief, fire marshal, or their designee.
- Any outdoor work which produces a hot ember or visible flame is prohibited, unless a permit is obtained from the fire chief, fire marshal, or their designee.
Violations of any fire restrictions enacted by the order may result in a written notice violation (citation) and criminal penalties.
Fire Marshal Cordova urges all community members to remain vigilant and immediately report any signs of smoke or fire by calling 9-1-1. Early reporting can prevent the spread of fires and protect our community and environment. Additionally, when visiting areas outside of Los Alamos County’s jurisdiction, he reminds everyone to comply with fire restrictions imposed by local, state and federal authorities, including Pueblos and other counties. These measures are crucial to preventing fire incidents and safeguarding the community and its natural resources.
Additional information
Fire Marshal Colorado Cordova (505-662-8301)
Santa Fe National Forest Alerts
In observance of Memorial Day, Los Alamos County will join other federal, state, and local governments and government offices and many services will be closed on Monday, May 25, 2026. For police, fire, utilities, and parks issues during the holiday, call 505-662-8222. In case of emergency, dial 9-1-1. Here is a list of closures or changes in service for Memorial Day.
Atomic City Transit
- Fixed routes: NONE
- Dial-a-ride: NONE
- Bandelier shuttle within the park: NORMAL SERVICE
- Dispatch and Lost & Found: CLOSED
Administrative offices and services
- Municipal Building: CLOSED
- Customer Care (Utilities): CLOSED
- Eco Station: CLOSED
- Overlook Convenience Center: CLOSED
- Trash & recycling pick-up: NONE. For those normally with Monday service, place roll carts at the curb on WEDNESDAY, May 27.
- Social Services: CLOSED
Recreational and educational services
- Libraries (Mesa and White Rock Branch: OPEN 1 - 5 p.m.
- Aquatic Center - Leisure Lagoon: CLOSED
- Piñon Pool: OPEN 1 - 5 p.m.
- Golf Course: OPEN 8 a.m. - 7 p.m.
- Ice Rink: CLOSED (for the season)
- Camp May Road: OPEN for May (no construction activity)
Observed holidays
Los Alamos County observes twelve holidays a year. If the holiday falls on a Saturday, offices are closed Friday in observance of the holiday. If the holiday falls on a Sunday, offices are closed Monday in observance of the holiday.
- New Year's Day
- Martin Luther King Day
- Presidents Day
- Memorial Day
- Juneteenth
- 4th of July
- Labor Day
- Indigenous People's Day
- Veterans' Day
- Thursday - Thanksgiving Day
- Friday after Thanksgiving
- Christmas Day
Administrative offices and courts are closed these days, though work crews are on-call 24/7 by calling 505-662-8222.