Fire damages abandoned building on North Mesquite Street, fifth incident since 2024
Firefighters responded to a blaze at an abandoned building on North Mesquite Street in Las Cruces, the fifth fire at the property since 2024.
High winds fuel Sunday blaze; no injuries reported
Organ Mountain News report
LAS CRUCES - Las Cruces firefighters responded to a fire at an abandoned building Sunday afternoon on the 700 block of North Mesquite Street.
Crews were dispatched just after 4:30 p.m. April 26 and arrived within about four minutes to find heavy fire coming from the rear of the structure. High winds contributed to volatile conditions as the fire spread through the roof and attic.
Firefighters conducted a full search of the building before transitioning to defensive operations and exiting the structure.
Crews brought the fire under control within about 15 minutes of arrival.
The Las Cruces Fire Department said the building has experienced five fire incidents since 2024. Sunday’s fire caused significant structural damage to the roof and an exterior wall.
No injuries were reported. The cause of the fire remains under investigation.
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