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| Photo courtesy Bluff, Utah Arts Festival |
By Brenda Norrell, Censored News, Oct. 29, 2026
It wasn't the tribal governments, or non-profits, it was the Dine', the Strong Hearts, that fed their neighbors, dug horses and donkeys out of the mud, and paddled in canoes to reach their families. It was the Dine', the Big Hearts, that rushed to the front after catastrophic flooding.
"I witnessed a true outpouring of K’é today," said Aneth, Utah Chapter Dr. Carma Claw, PhD. "Our Navajo families and neighbors showing up for one another. Thank you to every volunteer who worked tirelessly throughout the night and the day,"
In Shiprock, New Mexico, the largest chapter on the Navajo Nation, community members rallied for their neighbors after heavy rains and the San Juan River overflowed. "Donation items still needed that can be dropped off at The Mod in Shiprock, located at the Kirk Center next to the old East 7-2-11," the Mod crew said.
In Aneth, Utah, where roads were split apart, Chapter President Carma Claw, announced the arrival of water on Tuesday. And it went quickly. "Water is here. 1:00 out of water. 12:20 it’s lunch time for the water crew. Estimated 300 gallons left."
In Kayenta, Arizona, the community rallied to provide for their neighbors, near the Utah border. "The Kayenta Chapter Manager would like to extend her deepest gratitude to the dedicated individuals and teams who stepped forward to support our community during our recent food and water distribution effort," she said. "Thanks to your hard work, care, and coordination, we successfully delivered essential, non-perishable food items and fresh water to about 30 residents living in the most remote areas of the Kayenta community. Thank you all for your exemplary service, compassion, and dedication to the Kayenta Chapter. Ahéheeʼ"
Navajo Nation Division of Transportation announced the road closure of N5089 in Red Mesa, Arizona, between Kayenta and Farmington. Photo courtesy community member.
Wednesday, October 28, 2026
10:14 AM
A water outage has been reported for the following location(s):
Tuba City
• Navajo Springs
•Hidden Springs
• Little Black Spot
• Hwy 89 in Cameron
Chinle
• Chilchinbeto – Sandstone, Yellowhair
• South and West Pinon Communities
• Black Mesa
• Tachee-
• Blue Gap, Cotton Wood, Fish Point
Dilkon
• North Teesto
• Black Falls in Tolani Lake West
• Klagetoh
Crownpoint
• Mariano Lake
• Lake Valley
• Counselor Copper Hill
• Pueblo Pintado
• Hard Ground Canyon
• Pinedale
• Ojo Encino
• White Horse Lake
• Torreon
Kayenta
• Rainbow City Church in Paiute Canyon
• Dennehotso, Baby Rocks, Greasewood Flats
• South Oljeto
• Mystery Valley
• Narrow Canyon
Shiprock / Red Mesa
• Sanostee and Porcupine Ridge areas
• Table Mesa
• Two grey hills
• Huerfano
• Otis Camp
• Gallagos Wash
• Oaksprings
• Cudei
• Hovenweep
• Burnham
• Red Valley
• Aneth
• Casa Del Echo
• West Sweetwater
• South Red Mesa, West Teec Nos Pos and the surrounding areas
Please be informed that NTUA water crews have been dispatched and are actively working to restore utility services as quickly and safely as possible. Crews are navigating challenging conditions, as some roads remain impassable, water lines have been exposed due to washouts and in certain areas, water is still repressurizing. The duration of these outages is currently uncertain. We greatly appreciate your patience and understanding. Thank you and kindly share this message with family and friends in the affected areas
New Mexico Department of Transportation said on Tuesday, "The falling rain has taken a break for a few days but all the rain that fell up north is moving south.
US 60 east out of Bernardo is shut down because the Rio Puerco is wider than the channel."
"Crews are on scene to get the road open as soon as the water levels drop enough.
River levels across the state, especially up north, are running very high so use caution as you travel."
LIVESTOCK RELIEF: Hay Deliveries Headed to Local Chapters
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In response to the severe flooding affecting local ranchers, farmers, and livestock owners, Utah Navajo Health System has partnered with Navajo Highways to distribute hundreds of bales of three-string hay across our regional communities.
Hay is being delivered directly to the following chapters:
• Aneth Chapter
• Red Mesa Chapter
• Mexican Water Chapter
• Oljato Chapter
Community members and livestock owners can pick up hay through their respective chapter houses by tomorrow evening.
Our livestock are vital to our families and way of life. A huge thank you to the Navajo Highways team for this generous donation and partnership to support our communities through flood recovery.
Please contact your local chapter house directly for specific distribution hours and pickup guidelines.
Censored News 2026
The Boys and Girls Clubs of San Juan Country, which includes Shiprock, New Mexico, donated 460 meals to families.
The 2nd Harvest in Farmington, New Mexico made and delivered 1,000 meals in 2 days. It partners with San Juan College and Aztec Boys and Girls Club to provide healthy meals.
Navajo Nation Division of Transportation announced the road closure of N5089 in Red Mesa, Arizona, between Kayenta and Farmington. Photo courtesy community member.
Masani Skirts Drive
Theresa Hatathlie-Delmar said, "Do you have 4 yards of fabric and able to sew?
Please consider making some Masanai Skirts to donate for our Masanis impacted by the floods. Donations will be delivered to Dennehotso Region and delivered to impacted areas from Aneth to Toľikaan, to Rock Point to Chinle for elder women who have lost their clothing to the floods. We also have elders in temporary shelters. Warm socks and cotton slips are appreciated."
Floodwaters may contain dangerous contaminants, including:
Theresa Hatathlie-Delmar said, "Do you have 4 yards of fabric and able to sew?
Please consider making some Masanai Skirts to donate for our Masanis impacted by the floods. Donations will be delivered to Dennehotso Region and delivered to impacted areas from Aneth to Toľikaan, to Rock Point to Chinle for elder women who have lost their clothing to the floods. We also have elders in temporary shelters. Warm socks and cotton slips are appreciated."
Navajo Nation Council
PUBLIC SAFETY NOTICE: STAY OUT OF FLOODWATERS
The 25th Navajo Nation Council, in coordination with the Navajo Department of Emergency Management, Navajo Tribal Utility Authority (NTUA), and local leaders, is urging residents in communities affected by recent flooding to stay away from floodwaters because sewage line breaks have been reported and contamination is possible.
Floodwaters may contain dangerous contaminants, including:· Sewage and human or livestock waste.
· Harmful bacteria, chemicals and other hazardous materials.
· Sharp objects, debris and other hidden hazards.
· Downed power lines and electrical hazards.
Wednesday, October 28, 2026
10:14 AM
A water outage has been reported for the following location(s):
Tuba City
• Navajo Springs
•Hidden Springs
• Little Black Spot
• Hwy 89 in Cameron
Chinle
• Chilchinbeto – Sandstone, Yellowhair
• South and West Pinon Communities
• Black Mesa
• Tachee-
• Blue Gap, Cotton Wood, Fish Point
Dilkon
• North Teesto
• Black Falls in Tolani Lake West
• Klagetoh
Crownpoint
• Mariano Lake
• Lake Valley
• Counselor Copper Hill
• Pueblo Pintado
• Hard Ground Canyon
• Pinedale
• Ojo Encino
• White Horse Lake
• Torreon
Kayenta
• Rainbow City Church in Paiute Canyon
• Dennehotso, Baby Rocks, Greasewood Flats
• South Oljeto
• Mystery Valley
• Narrow Canyon
Shiprock / Red Mesa
• Sanostee and Porcupine Ridge areas
• Table Mesa
• Two grey hills
• Huerfano
• Otis Camp
• Gallagos Wash
• Oaksprings
• Cudei
• Hovenweep
• Burnham
• Red Valley
• Aneth
• Casa Del Echo
• West Sweetwater
• South Red Mesa, West Teec Nos Pos and the surrounding areas
Please be informed that NTUA water crews have been dispatched and are actively working to restore utility services as quickly and safely as possible. Crews are navigating challenging conditions, as some roads remain impassable, water lines have been exposed due to washouts and in certain areas, water is still repressurizing. The duration of these outages is currently uncertain. We greatly appreciate your patience and understanding. Thank you and kindly share this message with family and friends in the affected areas
New Mexico Department of Transportation said on Tuesday, "The falling rain has taken a break for a few days but all the rain that fell up north is moving south.
US 60 east out of Bernardo is shut down because the Rio Puerco is wider than the channel."
"Crews are on scene to get the road open as soon as the water levels drop enough.
River levels across the state, especially up north, are running very high so use caution as you travel."
Utah Navajo Health System, Inc.
LIVESTOCK RELIEF: Hay Deliveries Headed to Local Chapters
.
In response to the severe flooding affecting local ranchers, farmers, and livestock owners, Utah Navajo Health System has partnered with Navajo Highways to distribute hundreds of bales of three-string hay across our regional communities.
Hay is being delivered directly to the following chapters:
• Aneth Chapter
• Red Mesa Chapter
• Mexican Water Chapter
• Oljato Chapter
Community members and livestock owners can pick up hay through their respective chapter houses by tomorrow evening.
Our livestock are vital to our families and way of life. A huge thank you to the Navajo Highways team for this generous donation and partnership to support our communities through flood recovery.
Please contact your local chapter house directly for specific distribution hours and pickup guidelines.
Censored News 2026
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