NMCF’s Santa Clara Pueblo Fundraising Campaign Featured in Sunday, November 27 Issue of Parade Magazine » The Las Conchas wildfire is the largest wildfire in New Mexico history. More than 156,000 acres were destroyed before the fire was 100% contained in early August.

The Las Conchas wildfire is the largest wildfire in New Mexico history. More than 156,000 acres were destroyed before the fire was 100% contained in early August.

Fueled by strong winds and dry vegetation, the fire burned 61,000 acres in less than 48 hours.
A helicopter drops water taken from small ponds in the area.

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