Published on September 04, 2026
Los Alamos, New Mexico—Last night, a lightning strike started a small fire west of Los Alamos townsite and smoke has been visible this morning. Los Alamos Fire Department (LAFD) responded and notified Santa Fe National Forest, which has since assumed command of the incident. LAFD remains on scene assisting.
There is currently no threat to the community.
For updates, check the new Fire & smoke section of the County's Alerts & current currents page. If you have further concerns about this fire, please contact myself at 505-709-8659 or the Fire Department at 505-662-8308. If you see a new fire or have a different emergency, call 9-1-1.
About Los Alamos County Around 19,000 residents strong, we are two communities in one County—Los Alamos townsite and White Rock. We are home to world-renowned Los Alamos National Laboratory, three national parks, 200+ miles of trails, and a wonderful quality of life on the breath-taking Pajarito Plateau.
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Dave Krueger Public Information Officer david.krueger@losalamosnm.gov 505-709-8659