AFD Prevents House Fire

AFD units were dispatched to the 1400 block of Glorieta St NE at 6:36am to a motor home fire behind the home.

The 24' 1970's motor home was completely engulfed in flames when units arrived.  All four occupants were safety evacuated by AFD with no injuries.

Units extinguished the fire within 6 min and prevented fire extension to the home and a small apartment nearby.  

During the firefighting effort, a firefighter was injured and was transported to Presbyterian by AFD Rescue 8. He is currently being evaluated and is doing well.

The cause of the fire is under investigation by AFD.


Melissa Romero
Public Information Officer
Albuquerque Fire Department
11500 Sunset Gardens SW
Albuquerque, NM 87121
505-768-9317

AFD News: FF's Stop APS Storage Fire Within Minutes

At 11:00pm last night, a full dispatch was sent to a small storage shed behind the APS Office Complex at 3315 Louisiana NE.

Engine 9 quickly found and extinguished the fire with minimal fire and smoke damage to the shed. No injuries were reported.

AFD Fire Investigation responded to investigate the cause and origin of the fire. Arson is suspected and remains under investigation. 


Melissa Romero
Public Information Officer
Albuquerque Fire Department
11500 Sunset Gardens SW
Albuquerque, NM 87121
505-768-9317

AFD News: Gage Fire Quickly Contained by AFD

Several AFD units responded to a wildfire above Tramway and Copper at 4:51pm this afternoon. Firefighters contained the quarter acre fire and will continue to put out hot spots for a few hours. No injuries were reported and no structures were affected. The cause is under investigation.

AFD News: AFD Sends Crew to Assist with Silver City Wildfire.

An engine departed this morning with four firefighters for Silver City
to help contain the fire and to provide structure protection.

Laundry Mat Fire

AFD responded to the 2200 block of Lead at 3:20pm to a Laundry mat Fire.

Units arrived on scene quickly to find light smoke throughout the business. Units found the fire in a locked storage area and extinguished the fire within 15 min.

The business was closed and unoccupied at the time of the fire. Damage was contained to the ceiling above the fire and in the storage room. The cause is likely caused by an electrical malfunction.

No injuries reported.
Melissa Romero
Public Information Officer
Albuquerque Fire Department
11500 Sunset Gardens SW
Albuquerque, NM 87121
505-768-9317

House Fire

AFD responded to a house fire at the 600 block of Palomas NE. On arrival, units reported extensive flame and black smoke exiting the east and west side windows. The fire was so intense, it created a 60' plume of smoke that could be seen from miles away.

The two occupants self evacuated the home prior to our arrival and were transported in stable condition to UNM-H with facial burns.

The fire was extinguished within 10 min. Extensive fire and smoke damage was found throughout the home .The fire is currently under investigation by AFD.

Community Risk Message:

-Make sure your smoke alarms are working and change the batteries twice a year during daylight savings time.

-Practice a home evacuation plan every month.

-If a fire occurs, get out immediately and call 911.
Melissa Romero
Public Information Officer
Albuquerque Fire Department
11500 Sunset Gardens SW
Albuquerque, NM 87121
505-768-9317

FF's Save Apartment Building from Fire

AFD units were dispatched to 500 block of Mesilla SE last night at 1045pm to an apartment fire.

The first units on scene reported heavy smoke and flame exiting a 2nd story apartment window. All occupants from the 4 unit apartment building were safely evacuated with the help of AFD. A dog was also saved by fire fighter's.

A 57 year old male was transported to UNM-H in stable condition with 1st and 2nd degree burns to his back and arms.

The fire was contained to one apartment and was quickly extinguished by Engine 5. The apartment suffered extensive fire and smoke damage. All occupants of the apartment building were displaced and assisted with temporary housing. 

The fire cause and origin is under investigation by AFD.
Melissa Romero
Public Information Officer
Albuquerque Fire Department
11500 Sunset Gardens SW
Albuquerque, NM 87121
505-768-9317