By Mary Klett, ASA Communications Team

Many of us are following the wildfires threatening parts of New Mexico near Taos and Santa Fe. 

The largest wildfire in New Mexico history has now burned for more than 40 days, and has charred more than 465 square miles, many ancestral homes, and continues to threaten homes and lives(as of May 16). 

ASA chapters and members are stepping up to the plate. Western States Fire Protection, a New Mexico chapter member, started a campaign to collect items for those evacuated due to the wildfires that are all around northern New Mexico. They also reached out to  ASANM to help spread the word, and of course ASANM immediately jumped on board and got the word out. Members and nonmembers are donating items and Western States Fire Protection is delivering the donations to the areas in need. 

Members from across the country are sending water and other necessary items to aid in the relief. ASA members are THE BEST, and the support we are receiving is outstanding. 

Please continue to donate items and send support to the address on the flier. While the dates on the flier have passed, donations are still needed. 

Here’s a link to other organizations helping those who have been evacuated from their homes:

Many thanks to those individuals, companies, chapters, and ASA-HQ who have donated already.