Wildfire
Resource
Guide
R E P . G A B E V A S Q U E Z ’ S
Washington DC:
(202) 225-2365
Albuquerque:
(505) 208-4777
Las Cruces:
(575) 323-6390
vasquez.house.gov
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Congressman Gabe Vasquez
Washington DC Office: (202) 225-2365 | Albuquerque District Office: (505) 208-4777
Las Cruces District Office: (575) 323-6390
Dear Neighbors,
As your representative in Congress, I am committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of our
community. New Mexico’s unique landscapes and climate present both beautiful opportunities
and significant challenges, particularly when it comes to the risk of wildfires. The increasing
frequency and intensity of wildfires in our state shows the importance of being well-prepared
and informed.
This Wildfire Resource Guide is designed to provide you with the essential information you need
to protect yourselves, your families and your property. Inside, you will find resources on wildfire
prevention, emergency preparedness, evacuation procedures and recovery assistance. By taking
proactive steps, we can mitigate the impact of wildfires and ensure your safety and well-being.
Please take the time to review this guide and share it with your neighbors. Staying informed and
prepared is our best defense against the devastating effects of wildfires.
My office is always here to assist you. Should you have any questions or need further assistance,
do not hesitate to reach out. New Mexicans are resilient, and together, we can get through
challenging times.
Thank you for your attention to this critical issue.
Sincerely,
Gabe Vasquez
Member of Congress
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Las Cruces District Office: (575) 323-6390
Table of Contents
Available Federal Assistance ................................................................................................................. 4
United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) ......................................................................... 4
Internal Revenue Service (IRS) ........................................................................................................ 6
United States Postal Service .............................................................................................................. 6
Veterans Affairs (VA).......................................................................................................................... 6
Mental Health Resources ................................................................................................................... 7
State of New Mexico Resources ............................................................................................................ 7
Lost Document Replacement ................................................................................................................ 7
Flood Preparedness ................................................................................................................................ 8
Fire Preparedness ................................................................................................................................... 9
Creating an Evacuation Plan ............................................................................................................. 9
How to Stay Safe Evacuating During COVID-19 .......................................................................... 10
Wildfire Smoke Hazards .................................................................................................................. 11
Insurance Information and Tips ..................................................................................................... 11
Insurance Evacuation & Claims Advice ......................................................................................... 11
Returning Home After a Fire............................................................................................................... 13
IRS Post-Disaster Scam Tips ........................................................................................................... 13
Additional Helpful Resources ............................................................................................................. 14
Summary of Local Emergency Contacts ............................................................................................ 14
How My Office Can Assist .................................................................................................................... 17
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Washington DC Office: (202) 225-2365 | Albuquerque District Office: (505) 208-4777
Las Cruces District Office: (575) 323-6390
Available Federal Assistance
Federal Emergency Management Agency
Individuals who were impacted by the fires should apply for FEMA assistance. You can apply in
the following ways:
• Online at www.DisasterAssistance.gov; or www.disasterassistance.gov/es (Español)
• Via smartphone at m.fema.gov
• Constituents may call the registration phone number at 1-800-621-3362; those who have
a speech disability or hearing loss and use TTY, call 1-800-462-7585 directly; for those who use
711 or Video Relay Service (VRS), call 1-800-621-3362.
United States Department of Agriculture (USDA)
The USDA has several disaster assistance programs for crop and livestock losses; to rehabilitate
farmland, watersheds, and forests; and to provide support for rural businesses and homes.
Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) Programs
For assistance with any NRCS programs, please contact:
The Emergency Watershed Protection Program offers technical and financial assistance to help
local communities relieve imminent threats to life and property caused by floods, fires,
windstorms, and other natural disasters that impair a watershed. For more information, visit
https://www.nrcs.usda.gov/wps/portal/nrcs/main/national/programs/landscape/ewpp/ or
contact the New Mexico Watershed Protection Program Director, Kenneth Branch, at (505) 761-
4454 or [email protected].
Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP) Farmers, ranchers, and non-industrial
private forestland owners can apply for resource assistance through the Environmental Quality
Incentives Program. Eligible land includes cropland, rangeland, and non-industrial private
forestland. Recovery assistance includes but is not limited to: immediate soil erosion protection,
minimizing noxious and invasive plant proliferation, protecting water quality, restoring
livestock infrastructure necessary for grazing management, emergency animal mortality
management. For more information, visit
https://www.nrcs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_MEDIA/nrcseprd1429025.pdf or contact your local
NRCS Office.
Farm Service Agency (FSA) Programs
For assistance with any FSA programs, please contact:
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NEW MEXICO STATE FARM SERVICE AGENCY
100 SUN AVENUE NE
ALBUQUERQUE, NM 87109
(800) 410-2067
(505) 761-4900
(877) 450-0860 Fax
Mailing Address:
100 SUN AVENUE NE, SUITE 200
ALBUQUERQUE, NM 87109
The FSA Emergency Forest Restoration Program provides a range of benefits to private
landowners, including repairing fencing, planting trees, and road repair to restore forest health.
For more information, please visit https://www.fsa.usda.gov/programs-and-services/disaster-
assistance-program/emergency-forest-restoration/index.
The Emergency Conservation Program provides funding assistance to farmers and ranchers to
repair damaged farmland and to install methods of water conservation. For more information,
visit https://www.fsa.usda.gov/programs-and-services/conservation-programs/emergency-
conservation/index.
The Livestock Forage Disaster Program (LFP) provides benefits for grazing losses due to
wildfire.
LFP benefits may also be available for loss of grazing acres due to wildfires on federally managed
lands on which a producer is prohibited, by a federal agency, from grazing normally permitted
livestock. For more information, visit https://www.fsa.usda.gov/programs-and-
services/disaster-assistance-program/livestock-forage/index.
The Livestock Indemnity Program (LIP) provides benefits to livestock producers for livestock
deaths in excess of normal mortality caused by adverse weather or by attacks by animals
reintroduced into the wild by the federal government. For more information, visit
https://www.fsa.usda.gov/programs-and-services/disaster-assistance-program/livestock-
indemnity/index.
The Emergency Assistance for Livestock, Honeybees, and Farm-Raised Fish provides emergency
assistance to eligible producers of livestock, honeybees and farm-raised fish for losses due to
disease (including cattle tick fever), adverse weather, or other conditions, such as blizzards and
wildfires, not covered by LFP and LIP. For more information, visit
https://www.fsa.usda.gov/Assets/USDA-FSA-Public/usdafiles/FactSheets/elap-livestock-fact-
sheet.pdf.
The Emergency Loan Program provides loans to help producers recover from production and
physical losses due to drought, flooding, other natural disasters, or quarantine by animal
quarantine laws or imposed by the Secretary under the Plant Protection Act. For more
information, visit https://www.fsa.usda.gov/programs-and-services/farm-loan-
programs/emergency-farm-loans/index.
The Disaster Set-Aside Program provides producers who have existing direct loans with FSA
who are unable to make the scheduled payments to move up to one full year’s payment to the
end of the loan. Assistance is available in counties, or contiguous counties, who have been
designated as emergencies by the President, Secretary or FSA Administrator. For more
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information, visit https://www.fsa.usda.gov/Assets/USDA-FSA-
Public/usdafiles/FactSheets/2019/disaster-set-aside-program-factsheet-19.pdf.
Noninsured Disaster Assistance Program (NAP) pays covered producers of covered
noninsurable crops when low yields, loss of inventory, or prevented planting occur due to
natural disasters (includes native grass for grazing). Eligible producers must have purchased
NAP coverage for the current crop year. For more information, visit
https://www.fsa.usda.gov/Assets/USDA-FSA-
Public/usdafiles/FactSheets/noninsured_crop_disaster_assistance_program-nap-
fact_sheet.pdf.
Tree Assistance Program (TAP) provides financial assistance to qualifying orchardists and
nursery tree growers to replant or rehabilitate eligible trees, bushes, and vines damaged by
natural disasters. Learn more about TAP. For more information, visit
https://www.fsa.usda.gov/Assets/USDA-FSA-
Public/usdafiles/FactSheets/tree_assistance_program-tap-fact_sheet.pdf.
To learn more about all USDA programs, visit https://www.usda.gov/topics/disaster-
resource-center.
To learn about help for food producers related to livestock loss, forage loss, fencing, structures,
water supply, please visit https://www.farmers.gov/protection-recovery/wildfire.
Internal Revenue Service (IRS)
Special tax law provisions may help taxpayers and businesses recover financially from the
impact of a disaster, especially when the federal government declares their location to be a
major disaster area. Depending on the circumstances, the IRS may grant additional time to file
returns and pay taxes as well as various deductions and income exclusions for disaster-related
assistance. Both individuals and businesses in a federally declared disaster area may receive a
faster refund by claiming losses related to the disaster on the tax return for the previous year,
usually by filing an amended return.
To learn more, visit https://www.irs.gov/newsroom/tax-relief-presidentially-declared-
disaster-areas or call the IRS toll-free number for general tax questions at 800-829-
1040.
United States Postal Service
Constituents who have been evacuated should check with their local county for the most up to
date information or check the US Postal Service website at https://www.usps.com. If you are a
victim of mail theft, please report the incident to your local law enforcement and the United
States Postal Inspection service (USPIS) by visiting https://www.uspis.gov.
Veterans Affairs (VA)
If you need information regarding VA death benefits, pensions, insurance settlements, or other
information related to VA, contact the federal Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) at 800-827-
1000 (TDD Telecommunications Device for the Deaf 800-829-4833), or visit their Inquiry
Routing and Information System (IRIS) website at https://www.va.gov/.
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Mental Health Resources
After a disaster, it is important to tend to your emotional well-being and look out for signs of
distress. During this difficult time, remember to stay active, spend time with others, take breaks,
and participate in activities you enjoy.
New Mexico offers 24/7 support to anyone experiencing an emotional, mental, or
substance use crisis. To reach the crisis hotline, call 988 or text “TALK” to 988.
Para ayuda en español llame 988 y marque “2” o envíe un mensaje de texto con la
palabra "HABLAR" al 988.
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Agency (SAMHSA) also operates the Disaster
Distress Helpline to support survivors, family members, responders, and recovery workers who
are affected by wildfires and other disasters. Trained counselors are available 24/7, 365 days a
year. To reach the SAMHSA Disaster Distress Helpline, call or text 800-985-5990. Para ayuda
en español llame 800-985-5990 y marque “2”.
To find information on helping your children cope, please visit
https://www.cdc.gov/childrenindisasters/helping-children-cope.html.
Para más información en Español favor ir a la siguiente pagina web
https://www.cdc.gov/childrenindisasters/es/helping-children-cope.html.
State of New Mexico Resources
The State of New Mexico has compiled various useful resources to help those impacted by fires.
These resources include:
• Tips and tools to prepare for an emergency
• Evacuation center listing
• Current fire information
• Post-evacuation guide
• Agricultural and livestock resources (e.g. animal shelter locations, requests for feed for
livestock)
• Housing resources
• Ways to help our fellow New Mexicans
To learn more, please visit dhsem.nm.gov/preparedness-for-residents/wildfires/
or call 800-432-2080.
Lost Document Replacement
It is possible that you may have left some of your important documentation behind when you
evacuated. To learn more about replacing these documents, please refer to the information
below or call my office for assistance. If you have any issues when working directly with a federal
agency, please contact my office as well.
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Document
Resources to Replace
Birth and Death Certificates
Visit
https://www.nmhealth.org/about/erd/bvrhs/vrp/birth/
and
https://www.nmhealth.org/about/erd/bvrhs/vrp/death/
Lost Green Card
Visit https://www.uscis.gov and complete Form I-90 to
complete by mail, or file online. Call 800-375-5283 to
check application status
New Mexico Driver’s License
Visit https://www.mvd.newmexico.gov
Medicare Cards
Visit https://www.healthcare.gov/medicare
Social Security Card
Visit https://ssa/gov or call 800-772-1213 (TTY) 888-
874-7793
Military Records
Visit https://www.archives.gov/contact or call 866-272-
6272
Passport
Visit https://travel.state.gov.content/travel.html or call
877-487-2778 (TTY) 888-874-7793
U.S. Tax Returns
Visit https://irs.gov/individuals/get-transcript or call
800-829-1040
New Mexico Tax Returns
Visit https://tax.newmexico.gov or call 800-285-2996
Flood Preparedness
From Ready.gov:
Preparing for a Flood
• Make a plan for your household, including your pets, so that you and your family know
what to do, where to go, and what you will need to protect yourselves from flooding.
Learn and practice evacuation routes, shelter plans, and flash flood response.
• Gather supplies, including non-perishable foods, cleaning supplies, and water for several
days, in case you must leave immediately or if services are cut off in your area.
• Keep important documents in a waterproof container and consider creating password-
protected digital copies.
• Stay alert for evacuation notices or warnings.
• Purchase or renew a flood insurance policy. Homeowner’s insurance policies do not
cover flooding. It typically takes up to 30 days for a policy to go into effect so the time to
buy is well before a disaster. Get flood coverage under the National Flood Insurance
Program (NFIP).
Staying Safe During a Flood
• Evacuate immediately, if told to evacuate. Never drive around barricades. Local
responders use them to safely direct traffic out of flooded areas.
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• Contact your healthcare provider if you are sick and need medical attention. Wait for
further care instructions and shelter in place, if possible. If you are experiencing a
medical emergency, call 911.
• Listen to EAS, NOAA Weather Radio or local alerting systems for current emergency
information and instructions regarding flooding.
• Do not walk, swim, or drive through flood waters. Turn Around. Don’t Drown!
• Stay off bridges over fast-moving water. Fast-moving water can wash bridges away
without warning.
• Stay inside your car if it is trapped in rapidly moving water. Get on the roof if water is
rising inside the car.
• Get to the highest level if trapped in a building. Only get on the roof if necessary and
once there signal for help. Do not climb into a closed attic to avoid getting trapped by
rising floodwater.
Staying Safe After a Flood
• Pay attention to authorities for information and instructions. Return home only when
authorities say it is safe.
• Avoid driving except in emergencies.
• Wear heavy work gloves, protective clothing, and boots during clean up and use
appropriate face coverings or masks if cleaning mold or other debris.
• People with asthma and other lung conditions and/or immune suppression should not
enter buildings with indoor water leaks or mold growth that can be seen or smelled.
Children should not take part in disaster cleanup work.
• Be aware that snakes and other animals may be in your house.
• Be aware of the risk of electrocution. Do not touch electrical equipment if it is wet or if
you are standing in water. Turn off the electricity to prevent electric shock if it is safe to
do so.
• Avoid wading in floodwater, which can be contaminated and contain dangerous debris.
Underground or downed power lines can also electrically charge the water.
• Use a generator or other gasoline-powered machinery ONLY outdoors and away from
windows.
Fire Preparedness
Creating an Evacuation Plan
Making a plan is not always possible due to rapid changes in wind and other conditions, but it is
important to plan ahead if you think your area could be susceptible to wildfires. Steps to take
include:
• Learn your local community’s evacuation plan.
• Ask friends or family members outside of your area if you can stay with them. Be mindful
of current public health guidelines relating to COVID-19.
• If you have a disability, make a plan with family members and care providers.
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• Check with your county emergency management office to find out what shelters are
open. Follow guidance from local public health and emergency management officials on
when and where to shelter.
• If you have pets, find out which shelters allow animals and up to what size. If you plan to
take your pet with you, bring their medications.
• Find out which sites are sheltering larger barnyard animals if applicable.
• Pack a “go bag” (see list below).
• Place all important documents in a fireproof safe.
• Withdraw cash in case the power goes out.
Pre-Evacuation Steps
If time allows before evacuating, please consider taking the following steps:
• Close all windows and doors. Remove all flammable window shades and curtains. Close
metal shutters.
• Move flammable furniture to the middle of the room, away from doors and windows.
• Shut off gas at the meter. Turn off pilot lights and air conditioning systems.
• Gather flammable items from outside of the house (patio furniture) and bring them
inside.
• Turn off all propane tanks and move appliances away from structures. Do not leave
sprinklers or water running.
• Back your car into the driveway and ensure all its windows and doors are closed. Ensure
your emergency kit is in the vehicle. Have a full tank of gas.
What to Bring
Pack a 3-day supply of items that are ready to go in case of an evacuation (a “go bag”). Have
these items ready to go either in your car or by the door.
• Medications
• Personal hygiene items
• On-the-go disinfectant supplies
• Baby supplies, if applicable
• Pet supplies and medications, if applicable
• Cell phones with chargers and portable power bank if available
• N95 or KN95 masks (cloth and surgical masks do not protect from wildfire smoke)
• Family and emergency contact information
• Important personal documents (social security card, car registration, passport, birth
certificate)
How to Stay Safe Evacuating During COVID-19
As the country continues to battle the COVID-19 pandemic, it is crucial to take into
consideration the health and safety of those with whom you could shelter as well as yourself. Be
sure to wash your hands (or use hand sanitizer), avoid touching high-contact surfaces or sharing
food or drinks with other people. If you are not fully vaccinated, practice social distancing (6 feet
from other people outside of your household) and wear a mask over your nose and mouth.
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Regardless of your vaccination status, follow all instructions from local officials about COVID-19
precautions in public shelters.
For other health and safety guidelines from the CDC around COVID-19 please visit
https://cv.nmhealth.org.
Wildfire Smoke Hazards
Wildfire smoke is a mixture of air pollutants that can irritate the lungs, cause inflammation, and
alter immune function. It can also increase susceptibility to respiratory infections, like COVID-
19.
People who are particularly vulnerable to wildfire smoke are:
• Children under age 18
• Adults over age 65
• Pregnant women
• People with chronic health conditions such as heart of lung disease, including asthma
and diabetes
Use the Air Quality Index (AQI) to check the air quality in your area
https://www.airnow.gov/aqi.
If wildfire smoke affects air quality, wearing an N95 or KN95 mask can help protect you. It is
important that there is a tight seal around the nose and mouth. Using a cloth mask over an N95
mask can help ensure a tighter seal.
If it is still safe to stay in your home, creating a “clean air room” can also reduce your exposure
to wildfire smoke. The EPA has helpful instructions on how to do so at
https://www.epa.gov/indoor-air-quality-iaq/create-clean-room-protect-indoor-air-quality-
during-wildfire.
For more information on protecting yourself from wildfire smoke, please visit
https://www.cdc.gov.
Insurance Information and Tips
Know your policy. If you don’t have a copy of your policy, contact your agent or company and
request it. Keep your receipts. If you are evacuated or displaced, be sure to keep copies of all
restaurant, hotel, and other living expenses incurred because you cannot go home. Claims need
to be filed with insurance companies, but the New Mexico Office of Superintendent of Insurance
(OSI) may be able to assist citizens with questions about insurance and the claims process. For
more information, please visit https://www.osi.state.nm.us/.
Insurance Evacuation & Claims Advice
If you are under a mandatory evacuation order, here’s what you need to know about putting
safety first, maintaining COVID-19 health precautions, and what to expect from your insurance
coverage and claims filing process:
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• First and foremost, if you are ordered to evacuate, you need to leave your residence
immediately. Listen to orders from local authorities.
• COVID-19 challenges may impact evacuation shelters, lodging availability, and claims
handling.
• Contact your insurance agency or company immediately to let them know where you are
staying and to help you with coverage or claims questions. They can also assist you with
lodging options.
• Most insurance policies cover additional living expenses if you are under a mandatory
evacuation and are unable to live in your house or apartment because of a fire or other
covered peril. Most policies will reimburse you the difference between your additional
living expenses and your normal living expenses, but policies have set limits on the
amount they will pay and may be subject to a deductible. Check with your insurance
professional about what coverage you have and keep receipts for expenses that may be
reimbursed if you file a claim.
• Take photos or videos of personal possessions, particularly antiques, artwork or
custom/expensive items. If time allows, take a more complete home inventory that lists,
or has pictures or videos of the contents of your home or apartment. Only do these
things if you have plenty of time – put safety FIRST.
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Returning Home After a Fire
Don’t delay – Once the danger has passed, if your property has been damaged due to fire
and/or smoke, don’t wait – start the claim process by calling your insurance company or agent.
Contact the OSI if you need the contact for your company or agent.
Document/mitigate the damage – If the damage to your home is extensive, start taking
photos of the property and documenting what was lost. Protect from further damage by placing
tarps on roofs or boarding up windows. Don’t begin repairs without contacting your insurance
company.
Claims settlement in the time of COVID-19 – Insurance companies have implemented
safety procedures that address COVID-19 concerns to provide virtual property and inspection
opportunities whenever possible in the claim settlement process. If an on-site inspection is
required, adjusters are trained in proper safety precautions.
Verify public adjusters – In the aftermath of a disaster like a wildfire, public adjusters may
contact you if you have suffered damage to your home. You are not required to hire a public
adjuster, but if you do, make sure he or she is licensed and reputable – check references. If
possible, hire a New Mexico-based adjuster. The OSI licenses adjusters and citizens can contact
the OSI to verify a license. Check what the fees will be before hiring an adjuster and get
information in writing.
Flood Insurance – Areas affected by wildfires are under a greater threat for flooding and
mudslides due to the loss of vegetation, and the threat can last for many years as the area slowly
recovers. Find information about flood insurance from the National Flood Insurance Program
(NFIP) at https://www.floodsmart.gov or call NFIP at 800-427-4661.
If you have any questions about insurance, your policy, how things work, how to
file a claim or just how to get in touch with your company or agent, contact the
New Mexico Office of Superintendent of Insurance at https://www.osi.state.nm.us.
IRS Post-Disaster Scam Tips
Criminals and scammers often try to take advantage of generous taxpayers who want to help
disaster victims. Everyone should remain vigilant as these scams often pop up after wildfires.
These disaster scams normally start with unsolicited contact. The scammer contacts their
intended victim by telephone, social media, email, or in person. Scammers also use a variety of
tactics to lure information out of people. Some scammers pretend they are from a charity. Bogus
websites use names that are similar to legitimate charities. This is intended to trick a person into
sending money or providing personal financial information.
Here are several tips to avoid becoming a victim:
• Do not give out personal financial information to anyone who solicits a contribution.
This includes things like Social Security numbers or credit card and bank account
numbers and passwords.
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• Scammers even claim to be working for – or on behalf of – the IRS. Scammers say they
can help victims file casualty loss claims and get tax refunds.
o Instead, you can call the IRS toll-free disaster assistance at 866-562-5227. Phone
assisters will answer questions about tax relief or disaster-related tax issues.
Additional Helpful Resources
Wildfires are dangerous, unpredictable, and can change at a moment’s notice. If you have a
wildfire in your area, please follow the local evacuation orders and stay prepared.
• New Mexico Fire Resources Hotline – 800-432-2080 and
https://www.nmdhsem.org/2022-wildfires/
• General Information – https://nmfireinfo.com
• Map of all Wildfires – https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/
• Road Closures – https://www.nmroads.com
• Fire Restrictions Map – https://www.blm.gov/programs/public-safety-and-fire/fire-
and-aviation/regional-info/new-mexico/fire-restrictions
• Smoke and Air Quality – https://www.env.nm.gov/air-quality/fire-smoke-links/
• Ready, Set, Go! NM – https://www.emnrd.nm.gov/sfd/fire-prevention-
programs/ready-set-go-new-mexico/
For immediate law enforcement or medical assistance, call 911. Please do not call
911 for fire information.
Summary of Local Emergency Contacts
• Bernalillo County Emergency Management
Thomas Walmsley, Director of Emergency Management
6840 Second St. NW
Albuquerque, NM 87107
Phone: Administration (505) 468-1306
Fax: (505) 462-9751
E-mail: [email protected]
• Catron County Emergency Management
Dusty Choate, Emergency Manager
PO Box 507
Reserve, NM 87830
Phone: 575-533-6498
Cell: 505-221-0031
E-mail: [email protected]
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• Chaves County Emergency Management
Karen Sanders, Emergency Manager
P.O. Drawer 1838
Roswell, NM 88202-1838
Phone: 575-624-6740
Fax: 575-623-6750
• Cibola County Emergency Management
Dustin Middleton, Emergency Manager/Fire Marshal
2001 Clif Lear Ave.
Grants, NM 87020
Phone: (505) 285-2558
E-mail: [email protected]
• Doña Ana County Emergency Management
Stephen Lopez, Emergency Manager
1170 North Solano, Suite O
Las Cruces, NM 88001
Phone: (575) 647-7900
• Eddy County Emergency Management
Jennifer Armendariz, Emergency Manager
101 W. Greene Street
Carlsbad, NM 88220
Phone: 575-499-5111
Office Phone: 575-628-5454
• Grant County Emergency Management
Scot Fuller, Emergency Manager
P.O. Box 898
Silver City, NM 88061
Phone: 575-956-5426
E-mail: [email protected]
• Hidalgo County Emergency Management
David Whipple, Director
115 EMS Lane
Lordsburg, NM 88045
Phone: (575) 542-8272
E-mail: [email protected]
• Lea County Emergency Management
Lorenzo Velasquez, Director
1019 East Bender Boulevard
Hobbs, NM 88240
Phone: 575-605-6561
E-mail: [email protected]
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Congressman Gabe Vasquez
Washington DC Office: (202) 225-2365 | Albuquerque District Office: (505) 208-4777
Las Cruces District Office: (575) 323-6390
• Luna County Emergency Management
Phillip Rodriguez, Emergency Management Coordinator
P.O. Box Drawer 1838
Roswell, NM 88202-1838
Phone: (575) 543-6569
E-mail: emergency_managment@lunacountynm.us
• McKinley County Emergency Management
2221 Boyd Ave.
Gallup, NM 87301
Phone: 505-772-4248
Fax: 505-722-9009
• Otero County Emergency Management
Matthew Clark, Emergency Services Director
1101 New York Ave.
Alamogordo, NM 88310
Phone: (575) 439-2612
E-mail: [email protected]
• Sierra County Emergency Management
Ryan Williams, Emergency Services Administrator
1712 N. Date, Suite D
Truth or Consequences, NM 87901
Phone: 575-894-6215
E-mail: [email protected]
• Socorro County Emergency Management
Gail Tripp, Emergency Manager
198 Neel Ave.
Socorro, NM 87801
Phone: 575-835-2029 x1200
E-mail: [email protected]
• Valencia County Emergency Management
444 Luna Avenue
P.O. Box 1119
Los Lunas, NM 87031
Phone: 505-866-2043
Phone: 505-866-2001
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Congressman Gabe Vasquez
Washington DC Office: (202) 225-2365 | Albuquerque District Office: (505) 208-4777
Las Cruces District Office: (575) 323-6390
How My Office Can Assist
My office is here to help. If you need assistance working with a federal agency, getting
replacements for federal documents, or if you simply need information about what resources are
available to you, please reach out to us.
Washington DC
Office
1517 Longworth
House Office
Building
Washington, DC
20515
Phone: (202) 225-
2365
Albuquerque District
Office
201 Unser Blvd. NW
Unit 116
Albuquerque, NM
87121
Phone: (505) 208-
4777
Las Cruces District
Office
115 W. Griggs Ave.
Las Cruces, NM
88001
Phone: (575) 323-
6390
Carlsbad District
Office
101 N. Halagueno St.
Room #213
Carlsbad, NM 88220
For all mail correspondence,
please send to the Las Cruces
or DC office locations.
