LAS VEGAS, N.M. (KRQE) – The New Mexico Environment Department and the City of Las Vegas have made progress on upgrading the city's drinking water and wastewater systems to support recovery from the Hermits Peak Calf Canyon Fire, NMED announced Tuesday.

“Las Vegas residents are the beneficiaries of the Environment Department’s collaboration with the City of Las Vegas,” said Environment Secretary James Kenney in a news release. “These drinking water system upgrades are real, tangible, and use the latest technology to ensure safe and reliable drinking water is on tap for families and businesses for generations to come.”

Following the fire, the city’s water system was severely damaged. That combined with repeated flooding led to challenges including low pressure and broken mains. The city f

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