Tag: Firefighting

IntroductionWhen a fire breaks out inside a home, every second matters. In rural areas like Cuba, New Mexico, where the nearest help can be miles away, the role of the Cuba Volunteer Fire Department (CVFD) is essential. Structure fires can double in size every minute, quickly overwhelming homes, businesses, and…

In Northern New Mexico, wildfire season is not just a possibility—it’s an annual certainty. With long dry spells, intense winds, and rugged terrain, our region is one of the most fire-prone in the Southwest. For the Cuba Volunteer Fire Department (CVFD), wildfire season transforms daily operations into a constant state…