Fire zones reopened after area evacuation near Ruidoso
Authorities say no-entry and exclusion zones surrounding Ruidoso have been reopened to the public. The zones were set when residents were allowed back after the South Fork and Salt fires prompted evacuations. Officials established boundaries to aid search and rescue for missing people and to reduce ongoing fire risk.
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USDA announces aid for dairies hit by bird flu
The USDA will start accepting ESAP applications on Monday to aid eligible dairy producers suffering milk losses from bird flu HPAI in dairy herds. The program covers partial losses when milking cattle are removed due to confirmed H5N1, pending NVSL verification. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack stressed ongoing efforts with state vets and partners to contain the disease.
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Disaster declarations OKd for Ruidoso fires by Roswell officials
Roswell city and Chaves County leaders ratified disaster declarations at a Thursday City Hall meeting. The blazes have killed two people, affected up to 1,400 structures and scorched over 25,000 acres. Officials cited need for federal aid, evacuee support, and resource coordination.
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