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Stage II fire restrictions will affect Independence Day celebrations and more

By KRWG News and Partners
Published June 17, 2026 at 6:45 AM MDT
The Slack Fire, caused by lightning, began Monday near the Sheep Corral area of the Silver City Ranger District.
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The Slack Fire, caused by lightning, began Monday near the Sheep Corral area of the Silver City Ranger District.

Nick Seibel of the Silver City Daily Press covers top stories each week on the Silver City Report. This week, we learn of how Stage II fire restrictions are going to affect residents and precautions the Silver City Fire Department is now taking after an incident that sent a first responder to the hospital and more.

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