Fire Marshal
Mission Statement
The Lea County Fire Marshal’s Office exists to meet the needs of our citizens for a variety of crisis situations that demand a timely, efficient, and professional response. Our departments strive to provide the highest quality service within our means. We remain vigilant and dedicated to life safety, property conservation, and incident stabilization. It is through prevention, education, and training that we strive to prevent and prepare for emergencies that put our citizens at risk. We will remain aggressive in our approach, open-minded to change, and understanding of each situation that occurs.
Burn Permit Process
Permitting is subject to weather conditions, type of materials, and drought/burn ban status.
To obtain a permit outside of city limits, contact:
Lea County Emergency Management
Phone: 575-391-2983
Email Lorenzo Velasquez
Email Charles Pruit
County Fire Jurisdictions
- Knowles
- Maljamar
- Monument
Inside city limits? Contact your local Municipal Fire Department for more information.
Contact LCCA Dispatch for Fire Departments
Non-Emergency Phone: 575-396-3611
Tatum, Lovington, Hobbs, Eunice
Jal: 575-395-2501
Important Information
- Lea County Ordinance No. 82 Fire Code (PDF)
- Lea County Ordinance No. 97 Dangerous Building Ordinance (PDF)
- Lea County Community Wildfire Protection Plan (PDF)
- Emergency Supply List (PDF)