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Security tightened after intruders target Frijoles Fire base camp
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Key Points:
- Security at the firefighters' base camp for the Frijoles Fire was increased to 24-hour coverage after public attempts to infiltrate the site and harass personnel on Friday night.
- The camp serves as a recovery area for firefighters working up to 16-hour shifts, and no injuries were reported during the intrusion incident.
- The Frijoles Fire, caused by lightning, has reached 45 percent containment with crews focusing on extinguishing heat pockets along the western edge.
- Evacuation statuses remain in place for nearby areas, with Cundiyo, Cerro Piñon, and Borrego Mesa in "Set" status and Nambe Pueblo Lake in "Ready" status.
- The fire has burned over 15,000 acres, making it the third largest wildfire in New Mexico this year.
