VIDEO: Reflections on the Cerro Grande Fire: 25 Years Later

Published on May 28, 2025

On May 20, 2025, community members joined together to remember the Cerro Grande fire, and the 25 years of unity, compassion and healing that have followed.

View the oral history that was recorded during the May 20 public gathering, as well as other documents from this defining moment in Los Alamos history.

Videos

"Everyone who lived in Los Alamos during the Cerro Grande Fire has a story to tell. Here are a few of those stories on the 25th anniversary of the Cerro Grand Fire".

Community members shared their memories of the Cerro Grande fire, recorded by PAC8:

"Cerro Grande 25th Anniversary Slide Show" was shared at the Los Alamos County Council Meeting on May 6. Thank you to former Los Alamos Fire Chief Doug MacDonald and former County Councilor Sharon Stover for sharing video and audio with us about this event.

Event Documents

"25 Years Later: Reflections on the Cerro Grande Fire - Documents and Memories" compiled memories and documents submitted by community members. The booklet was distributed at the May 20 event. "25 Years Later: Reflections on the Cerro Grande Fire - Quote Posters" collects quotes submitted by the community. These were displayed at the May 20 event.

25 Years Later: Reflections on the Cerro Grande Fire - Documents and Memories(PDF, 36MB)

25 Years Later: Reflections on the Cerro Grande Fire - Quote Posters(PDF, 111KB)

Event Photos

Community members view quotes, photos, and documents displayed at the May 20 event. Wildland Chief Kelly Sterna was also present to meet with attendees.