safety
Fire damages Las Cruces home on Big Springs Street
By Gabrielle Lopez at KVIA ABC-7
· June 29, 2026
· 1 min read
var cachebuster = Math.round(new Date().getTime() / 1000);
var player = new Playerjs({id:"player_fce6f682-86f5-45a8-9a43-877be0c77056", file:"https://vz-b56b3373-39a.b-cdn.net/fce6f682-86f5-45a8-9a43-877be0c77056/playlist.m3u8", poster:"https://vz-b56b3373-39a.b-cdn.net/fce6f682-86f5-45a8...
Key takeaway getTime() / 1000); var player = new Playerjs({id:"player_fce6f682-86f5-45a8-9a43-877be0c77056", file:"https://vz-b56b3373-39a.
Why this matters in The El Paso
The fire on Big Springs Street in Las Cruces is a stark reminder that fire safety is a concern that transcends city borders in the El Paso area. While this incident occurred just outside of El Paso County, the fact that working smoke alarms alerted the residents and allowed them to evacuate safely is a crucial takeaway for homeowners in El Paso. The quick response of the Las Cruces Fire Department, which brought the fire under control in just 16 minutes, also underscores the importance of well-trained and equipped local fire departments. As El Paso residents take note of this incident, they should also consider the importance of maintaining functioning smoke alarms in their own homes and being prepared in case of a fire emergency. The cause of the fire is still under investigation, but one thing is clear: fire safety is a pressing concern that requires attention and vigilance from residents across the region.
About this story
Original reporting by KVIA ABC-7 . The El Paso surfaces reporting from trusted publishers and adds local editorial context so readers can quickly understand what a story means for their community. We attribute every source, link to the original report, and follow a documented editorial standards policy. To understand how stories are selected and reviewed, read our about page .
For the complete original report, visit KVIA ABC-7 . Have a tip or correction? Contact our newsroom .
Category: safety ·
Published: June 29, 2026 ·
Source: KVIA ABC-7 ·
Reading time: 1 min
Get more The El Paso stories like this
Free weekly briefing covering safety and other local news. Curated by our editorial team. No spam.
By subscribing you agree to our privacy policy . Unsubscribe anytime.
Frequently asked about this story
What is this story about? var cachebuster = Math.round(new Date().getTime() / 1000);
var player = new Playerjs({id:"player_fce6f682-86f5-45a8-9a43-877be0c77056", file:"https://vz-b56b3373-39a.b-cdn.net/fce6f682-86f5-45a8-9a43-877be0c77056/playlist.m3u8", poster:"https://vz-b56b3373-39a.b-cdn.net/fce6f682-86f5-45a8...
When was this published? This article was first published on June 29, 2026 by KVIA ABC-7 and curated for The El Paso readers.
Who reported this story? This story was reported by Gabrielle Lopez at KVIA ABC-7. To learn more about how The El Paso selects and reviews stories, see our editorial standards .
Where can I find related coverage? See more safety coverage from The El Paso, or browse our daily briefing and topic hubs .
← Back to all news
More safety →
Today’s briefing
Subscribe to newsletter