![A dark image that shows light being emitted from Earth's surface is focused on New Mexico. The Cities of El Paso and Albuquerque are vibrant with sporadic town lights along major roadways. There are two lights coming from fires in the center of the image.](https://science.nasa.gov/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/newmexicofires-vir-20240618.jpg?w=4096&format=jpeg)
Fires Char South-Central New Mexico
Wildland fires burned tens of thousands of acres near mountain communities including the village of Rudioso. View the full story
Credits: NASA Earth Observatory / Wanmei Liang
TakenJune 18, 2024
Image CreditNASA Earth Observatory / Wanmei Liang
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