NewsWPLG Local 10May 18, 2026Miami-Dade
Medical Plane Crash Sparks Wildfire Near Ruidoso
A small medical plane crashed near Ruidoso, New Mexico, igniting a rapidly spreading wildfire. The incident has forced local evacuations and the closure of parts of the Lincoln National Forest.
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Residents in the area face immediate safety risks from the spreading fire and should monitor local emergency alerts for evacuation orders.
Key Facts
- A fatal medical plane crash initiated a wildfire north of the Capitan Mountains.
- The fire has resulted in mandatory evacuations for rural residents.
- Portions of the Lincoln National Forest are closed due to the fire.