The New Mexico Forest and Watershed Restoration Institute (NMFWRI) celebrated its 20th anniversary at New Mexico Highlands University, where it has contributed to wildfire mitigation efforts since its establishment. The institute focuses on restoring forests and monitoring landscapes to combat wildfires. Its director, Alan Barton, emphasized the importance of reducing tree density to minimize fire risks. NMFWRI has aided recovery from past fires, such as the Hermits Peak/Calf Canyon Fire, by assisting landowners and creating maps for damage assessment. The use of Geographic Information System (GIS) technology enables real-time fire tracking and maintains a national wildfire data database. For more details, visit nmfwri.org.
Source link
