New Mexico Emergency Preparedness
Based on 38 FEMA disaster declarations, here is everything you need to know about preparing for emergencies in New Mexico.
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Risk Score
Moderate
Top Threats in New Mexico
Fire (3 declarations)
Low Flood (22 declarations)
Moderate Severe Storm (12 declarations)
Low Drought (0 declarations)
Low FEMA Disaster History
New Mexico has had 38 federal disaster declarations since tracking began.
Declarations by Type
Flood 22
Severe Storm 12
Fire 3
Biological 1
Recent Declarations
Severe Storms, Flooding, And Landslides 2025-07-22
Severe Storm And Flooding 2024-11-01
Severe Storms And Flooding 2024-08-20
South Fork Fire, Salt Fire, And Flooding 2024-06-20
Wildfires, Straight-Line Winds, Flooding, Mudflows, And Debris Flows 2022-05-04
Preparedness Tips for New Mexico
- ✓ Create a defensible space of at least 30 feet around your home
- ✓ Keep your go bag packed and ready during fire season
- ✓ Sign up for local emergency alerts and evacuation notifications
- ✓ Have N95 masks on hand for wildfire smoke events
Emergency Contacts
Recommended Gear
Go Bag
Wildfire evacuations often happen with little notice
Air Filtration
Smoke from wildfires creates hazardous air quality for weeks
Emergency Radio
Stay informed about evacuation orders and fire progression