Albuquerque Wildfire Map & Tracker
Track active wildfires near Albuquerque in real time. WildFire-Ready maps active fires, evacuation alerts, and wildfire smoke and air quality across New Mexico, drawn from official agencies and updated continuously. Albuquerque sits below the Sandia Mountains, where dry, windy spring weather brings the highest wildfire and smoke risk to the region.
Wildfire risk around Albuquerque
Albuquerque sits below the Sandia Mountains, where dry, windy spring weather brings the highest wildfire and smoke risk to the region.
Albuquerque sits within New Mexico, so the same official-source fire, evacuation, and air-quality data that we carry for the region applies here. Open the live map centred on Albuquerque to see active fires near you, watch a fire of interest, and check evacuation alerts and air quality in one place.
Albuquerque fire data sources
Everything we show near Albuquerque traces back to the agencies that publish it for New Mexico:
- National Interagency Fire Center (NIFC)
- National Weather Service
- InciWeb
- NASA FIRMS
You can verify the area's fire picture directly at the official agency: https://inciweb.wildfire.gov/.
Albuquerque wildfire FAQ
Are there wildfires near Albuquerque right now?
WildFire-Ready shows active wildfires near Albuquerque and across New Mexico in real time, drawn from official agencies. Open the live map centred on Albuquerque to see what is currently active, where it is burning, and its status. Counts change throughout the day, so check the map for the latest picture.
Is there wildfire smoke in Albuquerque?
Wildfire smoke can reach Albuquerque from local fires or from fires far away, and air quality can change quickly. WildFire-Ready plots air-quality readings on the map so you can check conditions in and around Albuquerque. During smoke events, follow guidance from your local health authority.
Where can I see evacuation alerts near Albuquerque?
Evacuation orders and alerts appear on the WildFire-Ready map as the responsible agencies issue them for the New Mexico area around Albuquerque. Always follow official evacuation orders, and call 911 in an emergency. WildFire-Ready is a companion to 911, not a replacement.
Where does Albuquerque fire data come from?
Everything we show near Albuquerque traces back to official agencies for New Mexico, including National Interagency Fire Center (NIFC). Confirm critical details with the responsible agency before acting.