Albuquerque Fire Rescue Responds to Multiple Fires in 24 Hours, One Fatal
Albuquerque Fire Rescue responded to multiple structure fires over 24 hours. A shed fire on Central Ave SW left one civilian dead. Other fires included a Palo Duro Ave home,…
Police Search for Suspect After Stabbing Near Bus Stop
A stabbing occurred near a bus stop at Montgomery and Madeira in Albuquerque around 10:40 AM. The victim, stabbed in the neck, was conscious and transported to a hospital. Albuquerque…
Pickup Crashes into Walgreens, Critically Injuring Pedestrian
Albuquerque – At around 4:15 PM, officers from the Albuquerque Police Department and personnel from Albuquerque Fire Rescue responded to 2950 Central Ave SE, for reports of a vehicle that…
AFR Crews Battle Multiple Fires Across Albuquerque in 48 Hours
Albuquerque Fire Rescue responded to multiple fires between January 29-30, 2025, including commercial, residential, and outdoor blazes. Several buildings suffered heavy damage, and one person was hospitalized. Most fires were…
Albuquerque Fire Rescue Crew Returns from Two-Week Deployment in California
The New Mexico Strike Team, including Albuquerque Fire Rescue and other departments, safely returned from a two-week California wildfire deployment. They aided firefighting efforts, protected homes, and enhanced firebreaks. Led…
Two-Alarm Fire Displaces Eight at Arioso Apartments
A two-alarm fire at Albuquerque’s Arioso Apartments early Sunday displaced eight residents and caused significant damage. Crews rescued one occupant, contained the fire within two hours, and reported no firefighter…
AFR Responds to Structure Fire at Vacant Hoarder Home in NE ABQ
On January 25, 2025, Albuquerque Fire Rescue responded to a structure fire at a vacant home on Camino del Norte NE. Crews quickly contained the fire, which caused significant damage…
Fatal Crash on Kathryn Being Investigated By APD’s Motor Unit
On Sunday, January 19, around 4:05 PM, the Albuquerque Police Department and Albuquerque Fire Rescue were dispatched to a crash near the 3520 block of Kathryn Ave SE
AFR Bolsters Wildfire Response Capabilities with Comprehensive Training, Equipment, and Collaborative Efforts
Albuquerque Fire Rescue is fully equipped and trained to combat wildfires. They cover over 30,000 acres of open space and have a specialized Wildland Division with advanced personnel and vehicles.…
Early Morning Crash Almost Kills One, Five Others Injured
Albuquerque – On January 11, 2025, around midnight, the Albuquerque Police Department and Albuquerque Fire Rescue were dispatched to a single vehicle crash near the intersection of San Mateo Boulevard…