NM-4 is now closed at the main entrance of Valles Caldera National Preserve due to active firefighting activities on the McCauley Springs Fire.
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, 2026 within the boundaries of Los Alamos County to safeguard public health and safety, as well as protect lands, structures, natural and historical artifacts.
Published on May 15, 2026
Los Alamos, New Mexico—On Saturday, May 16, crews from Los Alamos County Public Works will reinstall the jersey barriers along the southern side of Ashley Pond Park to provide a critical safety barrier. While we recognize the temporary concrete barriers are not visually appealing, the safety and protection they provide for spectators attending summer concerts remains a top priority.
County employees are currently working with a professional landscape architect to develop concepts for a permanent solution that provides the critical safety barrier while also fitting into the historic and aesthetic nature of the park. There will be opportunities to review these concepts and provide input during future meetings of the Historic Preservation Board, Parks and Recreation Board, Transportation Board, and County Council.
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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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