SANDOVAL COUNTY, N.M. (KRQE) – The Cerro Pelado Fire is about 7 miles east of Jemez Springs, south of the Valles Caldera. The fire sparked Friday afternoon, April 22, 2022. At least three homes have been destroyed in the fire.
- Start Date: April 22, 2022
- Location: Forest Road 10 and NM Highway 4, approximately 7 miles east of Jemez Springs
- Containment: 74%
- Size: 45,605 acres.
- Structures Threatened: Yes, total number unclear.
- Structures Burned: At least three homes.
- Evacuations: Multiple evacuations in Sandoval County, see details below.
- Cause: Under investigation.
- Total Personnel: 654
- Area Vegetation: Ponderosa pine, mixed conifer.
- Ownership(s): N/A
