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Albuquerque Blaze Rises to 2nd Alarm
24 May
Summary
- Firefighters battled a significant fire on Broadway Blvd SE.
- The blaze escalated to a second alarm response.
- Law enforcement closed roads, managing traffic and fire.
On May 24, 2026, Bernalillo County Fire Rescue crews were dispatched to a fire located at 4220 Broadway Blvd SE in Albuquerque around 6:35 PM. Upon arrival, firefighters encountered flames near a building, prompting an immediate escalation to a first alarm.
The situation intensified, leading to a second alarm response as the fire grew, requiring additional resources from Bernalillo County Fire Rescue and Albuquerque Fire Rescue. Engine 2 from Albuquerque Fire Rescue was already in the vicinity and diverted to assist.
Firefighters focused on containing the active blaze and preventing its spread to adjacent structures. Simultaneously, the Bernalillo County Sheriff's Office implemented traffic control measures, closing Broadway Blvd SE in both directions at Prosperity Ave. This created a dual challenge for responders, managing both fire suppression and traffic diversion.
The initial discovery of flames by BCFR Truck 38 triggered the first alarm, and the subsequent second alarm underscored the severity and scale of the incident. The closure of Broadway Blvd SE near Prosperity Ave impacted travel, with authorities urging the public to avoid the area until the scene was secure and the road reopened.
