Wildfire burns on Mescalero Apache Reservation, 3 acres in size

UPDATE (3:42 PM) -- Officials with Mescalero Apache Fire Rescue say that the fire is approximately 3 acres in size and creeping around on the ground.

Currently 4 type-6 engines are on scene with personnel constructing hand lines around the perimeter of the fire. 2 Type-1 helicopters have been assigned to the fire with one already conducting bucket drops. The tribal dozer is almost on scene and will begin constructing a dozer line. A 10 person module has been ordered and assigned to the fire.

According to officials, the fire is located on the ridge of Cienigita Springs canyon and around 40 personnel are assigned to the fire.

MESCALERO APACHE, New Mexico (KVIA) -- According to Mescalero Apache Fire Rescue, there is a fire burning in Cienigita Springs.

Officials say that multiple fire resources, including a dozer, are in route and a helicopter has been ordered.

MAFR officials say that heavy smoke is visible is the area and is asking for the public to avoid the area.

The size of the fire and the cause have not yet been released by officials. This fire comes after storms were expected in the area.

Once more information is available, we will update you on air and online.