Evacuations are in effect for Nara Visa in eastern New Mexico after the Line Fire burned roughly 50 acres and remains 0% contained, and RM3296 in Texas to the New Mexico state line is closed. The situation is fluid around this rural stretch near the Texas–New Mexico border, and residents should expect ongoing updates. KRQE News 13 will provide updates as they become available. Local authorities are urging caution and quick response from anyone in the affected area.
Officials ordered evacuations for Nara Visa as crews respond to the Line Fire, which has not yet been contained. That means people in the immediate area have been asked to leave their homes until conditions stabilize, and everyone nearby should assume the fire could grow if weather or fuels favor it. Evacuation orders can change quickly, so staying alert to local notices is important for safety.
The Line Fire is currently estimated at 50 acres with containment at 0 percent, a status that signals ongoing risk. Containment percentage measures how much of a fire’s edge firefighters believe is secured, so 0 percent indicates the blaze has not been encircled or held back. Until crews can build lines or conditions change, the fire’s footprint can shift with wind and terrain conditions.
RM3296 in Texas is closed up to the New Mexico state line, affecting cross-border travel in the immediate area. Drivers who planned to use that route should avoid the road and expect detours; closures like this can strand local traffic and complicate emergency access. If you must travel near the region, plan for extra time and follow directions from law enforcement on alternate routes.
If you have been told to evacuate, prioritize essentials: identification, medications, important documents, pet supplies, and basic provisions. Load vehicles thoughtfully so you can leave quickly, and check on neighbors who might need assistance moving. Keep a charged phone and a small emergency kit in case roads are congested or services are delayed.
Local fire crews and emergency responders are on scene and coordinating efforts across the border area, but wildfire response is inherently complex in sparsely populated terrain. Access to water, equipment staging areas, and safe anchor points for crews can be limited, which affects how quickly containment can be achieved. Residents should avoid the fire area to give responders room to work and to reduce the risk of additional incidents.
For people sheltering or displaced by the evacuation, local officials will announce assistance sites and resources as they become available. Those details are being managed locally and may appear through community channels and trusted local news outlets. KRQE News 13 will provide updates as they become available.
Even if you are not under an evacuation order, take the situation seriously and prepare for possible escalation. Monitor official channels, keep vehicles fueled, and know several ways to leave the area in case conditions change. Wildfires can move fast in dry, rural landscapes, and preparedness reduces stress and danger if evacuation becomes necessary.
Travelers passing through eastern New Mexico or western Texas should respect the RM3296 closure and avoid the area near the state line until authorities lift restrictions. Road closures are intended to protect the public and to allow emergency crews to position equipment without interference. Stay tuned to local broadcasts and emergency alerts for reopening notices or travel advisories.
