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NM State Fire Marshal now a part of DHSEM
The NM State Fire Marshal is now part of DHSEM and has a new policy in regards to onsite access.
For one-time visitors, DHSEM staff is required to escort the visitor(s) to and from the front gate. Please coordinate with the office or individual you plan to visit before your arrival.
When you have arrived at the Onate Complex please call (505) 476-9600. Please plan to arrive early to allow for entry into the Onate Complex and signing into the DHSEM Building.
New Address: 13 Bataan Blvd, Santa Fe, NM 87508 and PO Box 27111, Santa Fe, NM 87502
Press Releases
DHSEM to Host Contractor Connects Event in Las Vegas, NM
Santa Fe, NM –DHSEM’s Disaster Case Management team will be hosting Contractor Connects, a community repair and rebuilding expo, on March 30 from 10am to 3pm at New Mexico Highlands University. This free and open to the public event will connect residents impacted by...
AmeriCorps volunteers available for flood debris cleanup
AmeriCorps Disaster Response Teams have been deployed to Chaves County to assist with critical cleanup needs following the October 2024 flooding event, at the request of the New Mexico Department of Homeland Security and Emergency Management (DHSEM). Volunteers from...
Final round of curbside debris removal available in Chaves County
State and county partners are offering debris removal for Chaves County residents dealing with flood damage from October. Residents can place flood debris curbside for pickup from Feb. 7 to Feb. 28. Debris removal was available following the October 2024 flooding...
New Mexicans urged to take precautions during dangerously cold conditions
New Mexicans urged to take precautions during dangerously cold conditions SANTA FE – The state Department of Homeland Security and Emergency Management (DHSEM) is urging New Mexicans to avoid dangerous conditions caused by extremely cold temperatures across the state....
New Mexico firefighters heading to California
New Mexico firefighters heading to California Fire Departments across region deploy resources to combat multiple fires SANTA FE – The state of New Mexico is sending a strike force of five Type 3 engines to California to assist with firefighting efforts. The strike...
State completes debris removal from over 550 properties
State completes debris removal from over 550 properties Fire and flood impacted residents in Lincoln County SANTA FE – The state of New Mexico’s full-service debris removal program has cleared fire and flood debris from 564 properties impacted by the South Fork...
DHSEM pushes for enhanced disaster readiness
DHSEM pushes for enhanced disaster readiness $5.6 M budget addresses gaps in emergency management capacity SANTA FE – The New Mexico Department of Homeland Security & Emergency Management and the State Fire Marshal’s Office (DHSEM/SFMO) is requesting $5.6...
Guidance on debris removal following flooding in Chaves County
Guidance on debris removal following flooding in Chaves County Residents should not wait for FEMA Individual Assistance to clean flooding debris SANTA FE – The state, local and county governments are providing resources for residents cleaning up after the...
Governor declares emergency in response to Roswell flooding
Governor declares emergency in response to Roswell flooding Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham signed an emergency declaration for Chaves County on Monday that unlocks $1 million in state funding to bolster flooding relief efforts in and around Roswell. First...
Governor secures FEMA deadline extension for New Mexico residents
Governor secures FEMA deadline extension for New Mexico residents Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham has secured an extension for FEMA assistance, giving residents affected by the South Fork, Salt fires, and ongoing flooding in several counties, including the...
DR-4795 Public Notice
Public Notice FEMA 4795-DR-NM The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) hereby gives notice to the public of its intent to reimburse eligible applicants for eligible costs for assistance to repair and/or replace facilities damaged by the South Fork Fire,...