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KTSM News – Wildfire in Otero County now 25% contained, not a threat to buildings

Posted on March 21, 2025

EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — The Gail Fire, burning in Otero County, New Mexico, is now 25 percent contained and more accurate mapping has reduced the fire’s size to 108 acres, according to the New Mexico Forestry Division on Friday, March 21.

The fire was discovered on Tuesday afternoon March 18 and is located 2 miles west of Mayhill, New Mexico.

The cause of the fire is under investigation, the Forestry Division said.

The threat to any structures has passed, the Forestry Division said.

They also said this would be the last update they would release to the media unless something significant happens.

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