Moenkopi, Arizona — The northern Arizona monsoon is in full swing, wreaking havoc and flooding across much of the state, as well as the Hopi and Navajo tribes.

Nearly a year after the first flood, the second flood of the Moenkopi River overcame its banks, inundating farmland and threatening and flooding nearby homes.

Jolinda Tsavadawa, whose house was flooded, was frustrated that the flood embankment behind her house had not been completed and expressed anger that the Hopi tribe had not completed the project.

But Tsabadawa said she was grateful that the local community had come together to protect her home.

Next-door neighbor William Tallas said he was pleased that much of the flood had been diverted away from his home, and that without the local community the damage could have been much worse.

Farmer Neil Yazie Sr. expressed concern about his field and the amount of moisture it received, saying last year’s floods caused some of his crops to rot because of the humidity, and the same will happen this year. said he was worried that

Navajo Nation DOT Issues Severe Weather Warning

The Navajo Nation’s Emergency Management Agency has issued a severe weather warning due to rain forecast for the Navajo Nation all week.

The administration helped several communities hit by heavy rains during the monsoon season. Workers from the Navajo Department of Transportation also continued to repair the flooded road. Monsoonal humidity is forecast to bring more showers and thunderstorms across the country over the weekend and into the weekend.

Navajo Nation President Jonathan Nez said, “Stay prepared and vigilant and make sure your family and elders have essentials such as food, water and firewood.” Flash floods can displace people and vehicles, so exercise caution and avoid walking or driving into flooded areas.Plan ahead in case flooding occurs inside your home. It’s important to stand.”

On July 28, Nez was appointed by Indian Wells Chapter officials, Navajo Nation Emergency Management Director Harlan Cleveland, Navajo Department of Transportation Director Garrett Silversmith, Navajo County, Navajo Tribal Public Utilities, and Navajo Engineering Construction. Joined Bureau officials and responded to flood damage. , including damage to roads and waterways in Indian Wells, Arizona and surrounding areas.

Coordinated mitigation efforts included water deliveries, road openings, and health checks for high-risk individuals. The NTUA continues to repair the broken pipes and advises her members of the community to conserve water or contact the Indian Wells chapter to secure water resources until repairs are completed.

Flood monitoring remains effective throughout the Navajo, due to periods of heavy rainfall. If a chapter needs assistance with its response efforts, please email the Navajo His Nation Department of Community Development at MonsoonRelief@NavajoChapters.org.

Community health officers and public health nurses from the Navajo Department of Health are also helping older and healthier residents. The Navajo Department of Transportation will work as quickly as possible to clear and repair roads in case more road spills occur this week.

“The monsoon season has brought some relief to the Navajo this month. However, heavy rains have hit many communities, causing flooding.

Reiser said every household should have an emergency preparedness kit that includes water, food, medicines, radios, flashlights, batteries, first aid kits, whistles, pet supplies and important documents. .

“By taking the time to prepare an emergency kit, you will be prepared for emergencies. Also, store emergency materials such as sandbags, plywood, and lumber. I have to,” he said.

The President and Vice President’s Navajo Nation Office, the Navajo Department of Transportation, and the Navajo Nation Emergency Management Agency are reaching out to county officials, branch officials, the Bureau of Indian Affairs, and state officials to provide additional resources and updates. will continue to coordinate with emergency officials in

Weather-related information is available from the National Weather Service website at https://www.weather.gov/.

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