Indian Wells, Arizona – The Navajo Nation Emergency Management Agency has issued a Severe Weather Warning for increased rainfall forecast for the Navajo Nation throughout the 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/.