It's no secret, most of us would like to stay in our own home as we age. Yet, sometimes our loved ones just need a little extra help to remain comfortable at home. That's where Always Best Care can help....we are dedicated to exceeding expectations....always.
They say that your golden years are the best years of your life. For most older Americans, that's how it should be - a time to relax, reflect, and live life in a familiar place. After all, senior citizens in the U.S. have worked tirelessly to build a better economy, serve their communities, and raise families.
However, as seniors grow older, completing daily tasks like showering and enjoying activities such as visiting the historic Village of Hatch Museum gets harder without someone by their side. Unfortunately, many older Americans aren't able to rely on their adult children for help. The reality in today's world is that family members do not have the skills or time to dedicate to caring for their parents. That's where Always Best Care Senior Services comes in.
Our in-home care services are for people who prefer to stay at home as they grow older but need ongoing care that family or friends cannot provide. More and more older adults prefer to live far away from long-term, institutionalized facilities and closer to the place where they feel most comfortable - their home. Home care in Hatch, NM is a safe, effective way to give your loved ones the care they need when they need it the most.
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Service AreasSince 1996, Always Best Care has provided non-medical in-home care for seniors to help them maintain a healthy lifestyle as they get older. We are proud to have helped more than 25,000 seniors maintain higher levels of dignity and respect. We focus on providing seniors with the highest level of in-home care available so that they may live happily and independently.
Unlike some senior care companies, we genuinely want to be included in our clients' lives. We believe that personalized care is always the better option over a "one size fits all" approach. To make sure our senior clients receive the best care possible, we pair them with compassionate caregivers who understand their unique needs. That way, they may provide care accordingly without compromising their wellbeing.
The Always Best Care difference lies in life's little moments - where compassionate care and trustworthy experience come together to help seniors live a fruitful, healthy life. Whether you are an aging adult that can't quite keep up with life's daily tasks or the child of a senior who needs regular in-home services, Always Best Care is here to help.
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“I hired Always Best Care when my mother needed care after she was released from the hospital. She needed help with bathing, meals, and getting to appointments. This company doesn’t disappoint. All of my mother’s needs were met and she enjoyed her caregiver’s help and company. Whenever we needed additional days or to switch a day, Cassandra always fulfilled our needs. Liz, Suri, and Stephanie were amazing. They are the reason my mother is back on her feet. Thank you for everything!”
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“Not knowing when Senior care services will be needed ~ the time came when I faced reality for finding care for my parents even if it was only temporary. Always Best Care was amazing. Hoping not to need anytime soon, but should the time come again I will definitely go with ABC again! Thank you”
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“I'm so impressed with the care my Mom has received from ABC! Their staff are caring and gentle with her, very attentive to her needs and show this is more than just a job, it's a calling for them. Their behind the scenes staff are outstanding, great in communication and flexibility. We really appreciate ABC and would give them more stars if we could!”
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“Extremely recommend this family owned reputable company that offers excellent senior care services. Owners are A1, providers are exceptional and staff is extremely knowledgeable. I can’t say enough but positive feedback. Will really recommend this company for all your senior needs and services.”
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“Reliable, professional, responsible and above and beyond senior care services agency.”
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“They are honest and they do everything they can to satisfy your requests! They always come through with providing the best quality home care for your loved one! I highly recommend them for senior care services! They truly deserve the name of, “Always Best Care Senior Services of El Paso.””
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“I love working here! The boss and supervisor are constantly checking up on both caregivers and family to make sure we have the equipment and support we need. They truly stand by their name. If your looking for a care agency for your loved ones. Look no further because I truly enjoy working for them and I know they hire caregivers who love their job. Patients are our number one concern and the care we provide should be the best. I have learned so much working for ABC Senior Services and I’m grateful for their support.”
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“I am very pleased that I chose Always Best Care Senior Services for our parents. Their commitment to client care and integrity of their staff make families of loved ones feel completely at ease. Thank you!”
“The staff and everyone at this agency was amazing. They were professional and yet very personable. My father-in-law just turned 100 and my mother-in-law is 96, and together they can be a handful. I would highly recommend Always Best Care, without any hesitation.”
“The staff and everyone at this agency was amazing. They were professional and yet very personable. My father-in-law just turned 100 and my mother-in-law is 96, and together they can be a handful. I would highly recommend Always Best Care, without any hesitation.”
“I love working here! The boss and supervisor are constantly checking up on both caregivers and family to make sure we have the equipment and support we need. They truly stand by their name. If your looking for a care agency for your loved ones. Look no further because I truly enjoy working for them and I know they hire caregivers who love their job. Patients are our number one concern and the care we provide should be the best. I have learned so much working for ABC Senior Services and I’m grateful for their support.”
“I really enjoy being a caregiver with Always Best Care. I'm thankful for the opportunity to help seniors in making their lives a little easier!”
Home is where the heart is. While that saying can sound a tad cliche, it is especially true for many seniors living in America. When given a choice, older adults most often prefer to grow older at home. An AARP study found that three out of four adults over the age of 50 want to stay in their homes and communities as they age.
When you begin to think about why, it makes sense. Home offers a sense of security, comfort, and familiarity.
The truth is, as we age, we begin to rely on others for help. When a family is too busy or lives too far away to fulfill this role, in-home senior care is often the best solution. Home care services allow seniors to enjoy personal independence while also receiving trustworthy assistance from a trained caregiver.
At Always Best Care, we offer a comprehensive range of home care services to help seniors stay healthy while they get the help they need to remain independent. As your senior loved one gets older, giving them the gift of senior care is one of the best ways to show your love, even if you live far away.
To give our senior clients the best care possible, we offer a full spectrum of in-home care services:
If your senior loved one has specific care needs, our personal care services are a great choice to consider. Personal care includes the standard caregiving duties associated with companion care and includes help with tasks such as dressing and grooming. Personal care can also help individuals with chronic conditions like diabetes.
Common personal care services include assistance with:
Sometimes, seniors need helpful reminders to maintain a high quality of life at home. If you or your senior has trouble with everyday tasks like cooking, our home helper services will be very beneficial.
Common home helper care services include assistance with:
Using this kind of care is a fantastic way to make life easier for you or your senior loved one. At Always Best Care, our talented caregivers often fill the role of a companion for seniors. That way, older adults can enjoy their favorite local activities, such as visiting Hatch Valley Park with friends while also receiving the care they need daily or weekly.
Common companionship services include:
According to AARP, more than 53 million adults living in the U.S. provide care to someone over 50 years old. Unfortunately, these caregivers experience stress, exhaustion, and even depression. Our respite care services help family caregivers address urgent obligations, spend time with their children, and enjoy nearby activities. Perhaps more importantly, respite care gives family members time to recharge and regroup. Taking personal time to de-stress reduces the risk of caregiver burnout. So, if you've always wanted to eat at the local Molcajete's hatch or visit Fort Selden Historic Site, don't feel bad. Doing so is great for both you and your loved one.
At the end of the day, our goal is to become a valuable part of your senior's daily routine. That way, we may help give them the highest quality of life possible. We know that staying at home is important for your loved one, and we are here to help make sure that is possible.
If you have been on the fence about non-medical home care, there has never been a better time than now to give your senior the care, assistance, and companionship they deserve.
Always Best Care in-home services are for older adults who prefer to stay at home but need ongoing care that friends and family cannot provide. In-home care is a safe, effective way for seniors to age gracefully in a familiar place and live independent, non-institutionalized lives. The benefits of non-medical home care are numerous. Here are just a few reasons to consider senior care services from Always Best Care:
According to AARP, 9 out of 10 seniors prefer to age in place within the comfort of their own home. With in-home care, seniors have a way to stay at home, receive the care they need, and maintain a sense of independence, improving overall wellness.
If you or a member of your family have assumed the role of caregiver for your senior loved one, you know how stressful the job can be. Between caregiver burnout and constant worry, being a family caregiver is hard. In-home care relieves your burden and gives you peace of mind knowing that your older family member is in expert hands.
Unlike nursing homes, where the staff and residents rotate frequently, seniors can foster new friendships and build bonds with their caregiver. Seniors who socialize on a regular basis are often happier, which fosters positivity and leads to increased wellbeing.
No two seniors need the same kind of in-home care assistance. That is why each of our Care Plans is tailored to meet our client's individual needs. We offer plans that cover everything from light housekeeping to more involved duties like transportation to doctor's appointments. Our Care Coordinators will work closely with you to develop a personalized plan to ensure your senior's needs are exceeded.
Always Best Care offers a full array of care options for patients at all levels of health. With our trusted elderly care services, your loved one will receive the level of care necessary for them to enjoy the highest possible quality of life.
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While it's true that some seniors have complicated medical needs that prevent them from staying at home, aging in place is often the best arrangement for seniors and their families. With a trusted caregiver, seniors have the opportunity to live with a sense of dignity and do so as they see fit - something that is unavailable to many older people today.
In-home care makes it possible for millions of seniors to age in place every year. Rather than moving to a strange nursing home, seniors have the chance to stay at home where they feel the happiest and most comfortable.
How much does a senior's home truly mean to them?
A study published by the American Society on Aging found that more than half of seniors say their home's emotional value means more than how much their home is worth in monetary value. It stands to reason, then, that a senior's home is where they want to grow old.
With the help of elderly care in Hatch, NM, seniors don't have to age in a sterilized care facility. Instead, they can age gracefully in the place they want to be most: their home. In contrast, seniors who move to a long-term care facility must adapt to new environments, new people, and new systems that the facility implements. At this stage in life, this kind of drastic change can be more harmful than helpful.
Institutional care facilities like nursing homes often put large groups of people together to live in one location. On any given day, dozens of staff members and caregivers run in and out of these facilities. Being around so many new people in a relatively small living environment can be dangerous for a seniors' health and wellbeing. When you consider that thousands of seniors passed away in nursing homes during the COVID-19 pandemic, opting for in-home care is often a safer, healthier choice for seniors.
Aging in place has been shown to improve seniors' quality of life, which helps boost physical health and also helps insulate them from viral and bacterial risks found in elderly living facilities.
For many seniors, the ability to live independently with assistance from a caregiver is a priceless option. With in-home care, seniors experience a higher level of independence and freedom - much more so than in other settings like a nursing home. When a senior has the chance to age in place, they get to live life on their own terms, inside the house that they helped make into a home. More independence means more control over their personal lives, too, which leads to increased levels of fulfillment, happiness, and personal gratification. Over time, these positive feelings can manifest into a healthier, longer life.
More independence, a healthier life, and increased comfort are only a few benefits of aging in place. You have to take into consideration the role of cost and convenience. Simply put, it's usually easier and more affordable to help seniors age in place than it is to move them into an institutional care facility. According to the US Department of Housing and Urban Development, seniors who age in the comfort of their homes can save thousands of dollars per month.
In-home care services from Always Best Care, for instance, are often less expensive than long-term solutions, which can cost upwards of six figures per year. To make matters worse, many residential care facilities are reluctant to accept long-term care insurance and other types of payment assistance.
With Always Best Care's home care services, seniors and their families have a greater level of control over their care plans. In-home care gives seniors the chance to form a bond with a trusted caregiver and also receive unmatched care that is catered to their needs. In long-term care facilities, seniors and their loved ones have much less control over their care plan and have less of a say in who provides their care.
In-home care is a valuable resource that empowers seniors to age in place on their own terms. However, a big concern for many families and their loved ones is how much in-home care costs. If you're worried that in-home care is too expensive, you may be pleasantly surprised to learn that it is one of the most affordable senior care arrangements available.
Typically, hiring an Always Best Care in-home caregiver for a few hours a week is more affordable than sending your loved one to a long-term care facility. This is true even for seniors with more complex care needs.
At Always Best Care, we will work closely with you and your family to develop a Care Plan that not only meets your care needs, but your budget requirements, too. Once we discover the level of care that you or your senior need, we develop an in-home care plan that you can afford.
In addition to our flexible care options, families should also consider the following resources to help offset potential home care costs:
When you or your senior loved one needs assistance managing daily tasks at home, finding a qualified caregiver can be challenging. It takes a special kind of person to provide reliable care for your senior loved one. However, a caregiver's role involves more than meal preparation and medication reminders. Many seniors rely on their caregivers for companionship, too.
Our companion care services give seniors the chance to socialize in a safe environment and engage in activities at home. These important efforts boost morale and provide much-needed relief from repetitive daily routines. A one-on-one, engaging conversation can sharpen seniors' minds and give them something in which to be excited.
At Always Best Care, we only hire care providers that we would trust to care for our own loved ones. Our senior caregivers in Hatch, NM understand how important it is to listen and communicate with their seniors. A seemingly small interaction, like a short hug goodbye, can make a major difference in a senior's day. Instead of battling against feelings of isolation, seniors begin to look forward to seeing their caregiver each week.
Understanding the nuances of senior care is just one of the reasons why our care providers are so great at their job.
Unlike some senior care companies, our caregivers must undergo extensive training before they work for Always Best Care. In addition, our caregivers receive ongoing training throughout the year. This training ensures that their standard of care matches up to the high standards we've come to expect. During this training, they will brush up on their communication skills, safety awareness, and symptom spotting. That way, your loved one receives the highest level of non-medical home care from day one.
While it's true that many seniors prefer to age at home, sometimes in-home care isn't the best fit. For those seniors and their families, choosing an assisted living facility makes more sense. Unfortunately, finding the optimal care facility is easier said than done in today's day and age. That's when Always Best Care's assisted living referral services begin to make a lot of sense.
Assisted living is a form of housing intended for seniors who require varying degrees of medical and personal attention. Accommodations may include single rooms, apartments, or shared living arrangements. Assisted living communities are typically designed to resemble a home-like environment and are physically constructed to encourage the independence of residents.
At assisted living communities, seniors receive help with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and eating. They may also benefit from coordination of services with outside healthcare providers, and monitoring of resident activities to ensure their health, safety, and well-being. Caregivers who work at assisted living communities can also provide medication administration and personal care services for older adults.
Other services offered within assisted living communities can include some or all of the following:
At Always Best Care, our representatives can match your senior's emotional, physical, and financial needs with viable assisted living communities nearby. Results are based on comparative data, so you can select the best choice for you or your loved one.
Always Best Care works closely with local senior living communities to gain valuable knowledge that we then use to help seniors and their loved ones make informed decisions. This information can include basic care and rent, resident availability, and services provided. Because Always Best Care is compensated by these communities, we provide senior living referral services at no extra cost to you.
Some of the most popular assisted living communities to consider in our area include the following:
For many seniors, moving into a senior living community revolves around how and when they want to make a transition to more involved care. Some seniors are more proactive about transitioning to independent living. Others choose to remain home until their care needs or other requirements are satisfied. Remember - our staff is here to help. Contact our office today to learn more about assisted living communities and how we can find a facility that exceeds your expectations.
The first step in getting quality in-home care starts with a personal consultation with an experienced Always Best Care Care Coordinator. This initial consultation is crucial for our team to learn more about you or your elderly loved one to discover the level of care required. Topics of this consultation typically include:
A discussion of your needs and how our trained caregivers can offer assistance in the most effective way
A draft of your care plan, which includes highly detailed notes and a framework for the care that you or your senior will receive
Discuss payment options and help coordinate billing with your insurance provider
Our caregivers are trained to spot changes that clients exhibit, like mental and physical decline. As your trusted senior care company, we will constantly assess and update your Care Plan to meet any new emotional, intellectual, physical, and emotional needs.
If you have never considered in-home care before, we understand that you and your family may have concerns about your Care Plan and its Care Coordinator. To help give you peace of mind, know that every team member and caregiver must undergo comprehensive training before being assigned to a Care Plan.
At the end of the day, we only hire the best of the best at Always Best Care. Whether you need home care in Hatch, NM 24-hours a day or only need a respite for a couple of hours, we are here to serve you.
When you're ready, we encourage you to contact your local Always Best Care representative to set up a Care Consultation. Our Care Coordinators would be happy to meet with you in person to get to know you better, discuss your needs, and help put together a personalized Care Plan specific to your needs.
As Hatch chile season sparks consumer excitement and roasting events across the country, New Mexico’s onions also shine, offering a flavorful complement to the state’s iconic pepper.Every summer, fans of Hatch chiles count down the days until the harvest begins — typically in early August — bringing the smoky scent of roasted peppers to grocery store parking lots and farmers markets far beyond New Mexico’s borders. The seasonal frenzy has grown into a nationwide celebration, complete with an annual fest...
Every summer, fans of Hatch chiles count down the days until the harvest begins — typically in early August — bringing the smoky scent of roasted peppers to grocery store parking lots and farmers markets far beyond New Mexico’s borders. The seasonal frenzy has grown into a nationwide celebration, complete with an annual festival, retail promotions, roasting stations and regional pride.
But while Hatch chiles might steal the spotlight, another New Mexico staple quietly complements the heat: sweet, mild onions grown in the same fertile valleys. Together, these crops tell a story of local flavor, agricultural tradition and growing national appeal.
Hatch chile season might not officially begin until late July, but Melissa’s Produce says Hatch sweet onions offer retailers a flavorful head start. Available from late May through July, these sweet, yellow onions are grown in New Mexico’s legendary Hatch Valley, where rich soil and ideal growing conditions create a flavor that’s sweet, mellow and perfect for summer grilling season, according to a news release.
“Melissa’s Hatch sweet onions are the unsung hero of Hatch season,” says Robert Schueller, director of public relations for Melissa’s. “Melissa’s has seen steady sales growth year after year — proof that shoppers respond to the Hatch name, even before Hatch pepper season officially begins. For retailers, it’s a chance to spark early excitement, boost seasonal onion movement and lay the groundwork for a high-performing Hatch program.”
Grown exclusively in the Hatch Valley of southern New Mexico, Hatch chiles thrive in the area’s unique combination of high desert climate, rich volcanic soil and temperature swings between hot days and cool nights. The terroir gives Hatch chiles their signature flavor: earthy, slightly smoky and ranging from mild to hot, depending on the variety.
While technically a type of New Mexican green chile, Hatch chiles are distinguished by their place of origin, and for some fans, no other chile compares.
Their short season, typically from August through September, adds to their allure, fueling a cult-like following among food lovers who count the days until fresh Hatch chiles are back in stores and farmers markets.
The numbers tell the popular pepper’s success as well. Chris DuBois, leader of account teams for Circana says, “Hatch chiles have been solid growers over the last year with a 13.9% sales increase over the last year (ending June 15) compared to the previous year. While their sales are substantially less than poblanos, serranos and some others, the peppers are starting to catch more consumer interest in the produce aisle. Units (i.e., number of peppers) grew 22.7%, which is a healthy rate given that average prices came down over the past year.
“In and out items such as Hatch chiles create real excitement in the store and encourage shoppers to seek out new items in produce,” DuBois says. “We also see some spikes around Hatch chile season for items that are shelf-stable throughout the year, such as Hatch chile salsa. It’s like some of the produce department promotions stimulate consumers to seek that flavor in different parts of the store. Seasonal promotions also help create excitement in the store, especially when retailers get into the game. Just like creating Valentine’s Day gifts of chocolate-covered strawberries in-store, roasting peppers can go a long way to make the store trip fun and stimulate sales.”
When asked what makes Hatch chile peppers such a sensation, Bernadette Acosta, president of the Hatch Valley Chamber of Commerce says” “Our chiles are packed with flavor because of the sun, the water, the way the water comes in and the soil. It all makes a perfect combination to make our peppers extraordinary.”
Because the pepper is seasonal and only available for a short time, some consumers buy them by the case, either pre-roasted or to roast at home and freeze for use all year.
“I know of some families who come from Texas and California and will take home 50 to 100 pounds of chiles,” Acosta says. “They’ll take them home fresh and roast later, or if they’re roasted, they’ll put them in baggies in an ice chest and put them in the freezer as soon as they get home. There’s a reason we’ve called them ‘New Mexico gold.’”
Each year since 1972, the Hatch Chile Festival transforms the small New Mexico village into a celebration of culture, community and the chile pepper that put it on the map.
The Hatch Valley Chamber of Commerce puts on the Hatch Chile Festival each Labor Day weekend; this year’s event will be the 53rd year celebrating chile peppers as well as its farmers, big and small, Acosta says.
“A lot of small farmers, with maybe one or two acres will plant chiles. They help supplement their income by selling the chiles.
The peppers bring in visitors year round to shop the stores for preserved or frozen chile pepper products, but the festival weekend sees the true surge, with about 15,000 or more people attending, Acosta says.
Hatch is a very small town, Acosta says, so the roasting events are more of a way that the celebration has branched across the U.S. at grocery stores. Still, there are chile stores that will set up roasting events non-stop from July through the end of September.
Robert Schueller, director of public relations for Melissa’s Produce, says of the Hatch Chile Festival: “Hatch, New Mexico is a growing region, but there’s like two blocks of infrastructure, shops, restaurants, hotels… So, where do these tens of thousands of visitors hang out? Visitors bring their RVs and tents, and it becomes a large camp for three days. It makes the Gilroy Garlic Festival look like a hangout in comparison.”
Retailers like Harmons, a grocer with 20 locations spanning from northern Utah to St. George, have turned green chile roasting (the grocer celebrates a variety of chiles, not just Hatch) into an anticipated event, drawing crowds eager to experience the aroma and flavor of freshly roasted green chiles.
This year’s event will be Harmons’ 18th year of its Harmons Chile Roast, that even includes a one-day Taste of Chile Roast sampling event. The grocer says during chile roast season, a variety of chiles (including local) are available at Harmons stores. After selecting their chiles, customers can watch as skilled on-site roasters expertly fire-roast their peppers for free, according to a news release.
Roasting adds a smoky detail and also makes the chiles easier to peel, the grocer says.
A popular part of the Chile Roast event includes chile concoctions from the Harmons kitchen such as Hatch green chile pineapple salsa, chile mac and cheese, Harmons chile cheese brats and more.
“Our annual chile roast event is a highly anticipated tradition for Harmons and our customers, bringing the community together to celebrate the incredible flavors of Hatch chiles and other chile products,” says Lori Nigh, vice president of sales for Harmons. “Our A Taste of Chile roast event is offering a unique tasting and roasting experience for our customers to sample and discover new ways to enjoy these delicious chiles.”
For those wanting to bring the heat to their home kitchens, chefs and bloggers such as Yvette Marquez-Sharpnack are teaching fans how to roast, store and savor Hatch chiles at home.
Marquez-Sharpnack is an award-winning food blogger, and author of “Muy Bueno, Latin Twist” and “Muy Bueno Fiestas.” She is the founder of MuyBuenoBlog.com, where she shares cherished Mexican family recipes, cultural traditions and travel stories.
“Hatch chile season is something I look forward to every year,” Marquez-Sharpnack says. “Growing up in El Paso, Texas, I was surrounded by the intoxicating aroma of roasting chiles — whether it was my grandma using a comal for her salsa casera, my mom roasting under the broiler, or now, me roasting Hatch and Pueblo chiles over an open flame right in my Colorado kitchen. That scent of popping, blistering chiles still brings back memories of home, family and tradition.”
Marquez-Sharpnack says she has watched the demand grow beyond the Southwest.
“It’s amazing to see how Hatch chiles have gone from being a regional treasure to a national obsession. Every August, I see grocery stores all over the U.S. advertising Hatch chile roasting events. I’ve even had followers as far as the East Coast asking me where they can get their hands on fresh Hatch chiles — and how to roast them at home!”
Marquez-Sharpnack says in Colorado, many stores now host outdoor chile roasts, complete with huge rotating drums and the irresistible scent of charred chile in the air.
“It’s not just a shopping trip — it’s an event. Families line up to get their freshly roasted chiles by the case,” she says.
Once home, consumers can choose from Marquez-Sharpnack’s recipes to create their own Hatch chile traditions.
Update (May 22, 2025): The Pina Peak Fire is now 50% contained, officials say."As of 0915 a.m. today, BLM crews are still working the edge cold trailing and mopping up the lines," a Bureau of Land Management spokesperson explained. "The fire is 50% contained now across the 116 acres."Update (May 21, 2025): A spokesperson for the Bureau of Land Management says the fire showed no growth yesterday. It is now at 40% containment across 116 total acres. Crews are still working to secure the fire lines."...
Update (May 22, 2025): The Pina Peak Fire is now 50% contained, officials say.
"As of 0915 a.m. today, BLM crews are still working the edge cold trailing and mopping up the lines," a Bureau of Land Management spokesperson explained. "The fire is 50% contained now across the 116 acres."
Update (May 21, 2025): A spokesperson for the Bureau of Land Management says the fire showed no growth yesterday. It is now at 40% containment across 116 total acres. Crews are still working to secure the fire lines.
"We continue to stress safety for the public and for emergency personnel by asking everyone to avoid the area to allow out crews to work," the spokesperson said.
HATCH, New Mexico (KVIA) -- The Pina Peak Fire is burning near Hatch.
The Bureau of Land Management - Las Cruces District posted on Facebook about the fire. Officials with the bureau say they have dispatched three engines and two utility trucks to the wind-driven lightning strike fire.
It's located on the top of the slope of Pina Peak, which is part of the Organ Mountains Desert Peaks National Monument. This is happening eight miles south of Hatch, according to bureau officials.
"Residents and visitors in the Hatch Valley and Las Uvas Mountains areas should expect to see and smell smoke over the coming days," the bureau posted on Facebook. "For your safety and the safety of emergency personnel, please avoid the area to allow crews to work."
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