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Town of Mesilla Fire & Marshal’s Department

In an emergency call 9-1-1. To dispatch a deputy call Central Dispatch at (575) 526-0795

Welcome to the Mesilla Fire Department

I am Greg Whited, Fire Chief of the Mesilla Fire Department, and I want to personally welcome you to our website. Our department has a proud history as a volunteer fire service, dedicated to protecting the lives and property of our community. Since our founding in 1960, we have relied on the dedication of volunteers who answer the call to serve, responding to emergencies day and night.

Each year, our department responds to a growing number of emergency calls, ranging from structure and wildland fires to medical emergencies, hazardous materials incidents, and rescue operations. We also play a critical role in supporting surrounding departments through both mutual aid and newly established automatic aid agreements, ensuring a coordinated emergency response across our region. We respond to over 800 calls for service per year.

The heart of our department is our volunteers, and we are always looking for committed individuals to join our team. Whether you have prior experience or are new to fire and emergency services, we provide the necessary training and equipment to prepare you for the job. Volunteering is a rewarding way to serve your community and make a difference in times of need.

Fire safety and prevention are key to keeping our community safe. I encourage you to explore our website for valuable resources, safety tips, and information on how to protect your home and family.

Thank you for visiting the Mesilla Fire Department online. We are honored to serve you, and we appreciate your support in making Mesilla a safer place for everyone.

Stay safe,
Gregory Whited BS (Hon), AAS, FM, MIFireE, IAAI-CFI(V)-ECT-CI, NAFI-CFEI-CVFI, NREMT-I
Fire Chief, Mesilla Fire Department
GWhited@MesillaNM.gov

Burn permit

Conditions

All burning must take place during the times between 1 hour after sunrise and 1 hour before sunset.
The wind direction at the site of burning must be such that the smoke will generally be carried away from public roads and residents.
Fire must be attended by a responsible person and completely extinguished before leaving area.
All burning will cease if atmospheric conditions are such that an air stagnation or wind advisory is issued by the U.S. Weather Service.
All material to be burned shall be as dry as possible and the amount of dirt must be minimized on material be burnt.
No natural or synthetic rubber products or petroleum products shall be burned.
All applicable restrictions, codes and ordinances, whether temporary or permanent, of other government bodies must be complied with.
No Trash burning is allowed. The department reserves the right to cancel this permit at any time. If such action occurs, an alternative method of disposal must be used. The holder of this permit is therefore cautioned that he/she assumes full responsibility to use care and judgment before setting any fire. The Mesilla Fire Department disclaims any liability of itself or it’s agents that might be incurred by permit tee’s acts.

Application for an Open Burning Permit

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How will the Burn Site be controlled:

Before you begin to burn, please call (575) 526-0795 then 6 (Central Dispatch) and let them know you are doing a control burn and the address of the burn site. When you are finished and the fire is out, call them again to advise them you are finished. This will help eliminate unnecessary calls to the Fire Department.

Before you begin to burn, please call (575) 526-0795 then 6 (Central Dispatch), and let them know you are doing a control burn and the address of the burn site. When you are finished and the fire is out, call them again to advise them you are finished. This will help eliminate unnecessary calls to the Fire Department.

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I request an open burning permit under Mesilla Town Ordinance 8.3.12.G and agree to meet all conditions set forth by the Mesilla Fire Department.

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Mesilla Fire Rescue

2 days ago

🚨 Busy Saturday for Mesilla Fire – Swift Water Rescue & Gas Leak Response 🚨

Saturday started off strong with two major calls that kept our crews on their feet.

Gas Leak – Snow Road
Mesilla Fire responded to a gas leak caused by a line struck by an auger. Our crew... quickly secured the scene and ensured public safety.

Swift Water Rescue – Rio Grande
Later that day, Mesilla Fire was dispatched to the Rio Grande for reports of three individuals trapped in the river. Our team assumed Incident Command and worked alongside Doña Ana Fire and Las Cruces Fire to bring everyone to safety. All three victims were successfully rescued with no injuries reported to the individuals or responders.

‼️ SAFETY REMINDERS ‼️
☀️ As summer kicks off and the Rio Grande opens up, please use caution around open water. Conditions can change quickly—stay alert and aware.

🚫 If emergency vehicles are blocking the roadway, do not attempt to drive around them. It puts both you and our crews in danger.

🚷 Please avoid approaching emergency scenes—unseen hazards like gas leaks, unstable ground, or fire may be present. Your safety is always our top priority.

A big thank-you to @dacpublicsafety , @lascrucesfire , and all personnel involved in these responses. We’re proud to serve such a strong and supportive community.

#MesillaFire #SwiftWaterRescue #GasLeak #PublicSafety #FirstResponders

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Mesilla Fire Department

2 days ago

🚨 Busy Saturday for Mesilla Fire – Swift Water Rescue & Gas Leak Response 🚨

Saturday started off strong with two major calls that kept our crews on their feet.

Gas Leak – Snow Road
Mesilla Fire responded to a gas leak caused by a line struck by an auger. Our crew... quickly secured the scene and ensured public safety.

Swift Water Rescue – Rio Grande
Later that day, Mesilla Fire was dispatched to the Rio Grande for reports of three individuals trapped in the river. Our team assumed Incident Command and worked alongside Doña Ana Fire and Las Cruces Fire to bring everyone to safety. All three victims were successfully rescued with no injuries reported to the individuals or responders.

‼️ SAFETY REMINDERS ‼️
☀️ As summer kicks off and the Rio Grande opens up, please use caution around open water. Conditions can change quickly—stay alert and aware.

🚫 If emergency vehicles are blocking the roadway, do not attempt to drive around them. It puts both you and our crews in danger.

🚷 Please avoid approaching emergency scenes—unseen hazards like gas leaks, unstable ground, or fire may be present. Your safety is always our top priority.

A big thank-you to Doña Ana County Public Safety , Las Cruces Fire, and all personnel involved in these responses. We’re proud to serve such a strong and supportive community.

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Mesilla Fire Rescue

7 days ago

Mesilla Fire had a great time at the Vehicle Extrication Training hosted by @chuco_town_f.o.o.l.s and taught by @citizens_first_fire_training!

We trained alongside @elpasofire , sharpening our skills with extrication tools, building teamwork, and tackling multi-company rescue ...scenarios.

#TrainingDay #VehicleExtrication #FirefighterTraining #Teamwork #TechnicalRescue #MesillaFire

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Town of Mesilla

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Town of Mesilla Fire & Marshal’s Department

Welcome to the Mesilla Fire Department

Burn permit

Conditions

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Fire Department Team

Greg Whited

Fire Chief

Andy Embury

Fire Marshal

Cole Morris

Fire Captain

Volunteer Firefighters