Indigenous Peoples and Human Rights

October 25, 2026

Catastrophic Flooding on Navajo Nation, Hopi Nation and in New Mexico

Catastrophic Flooding on Navajo Nation,  Hopi Nation and in New Mexico

Shiprock, New Mexico, on the Navajo Nation devastated on Friday by flooding as the San Juan River overflowed after heavy rains.  Photo Navajo Police Department.


New Mexico National Guard Rescues Infant Near Chaco Canyon Amid Severe Weather and Washed-Out Roads: "New Mexico National Guard Community Emergency Response Team personnel successfully evacuated an infant experiencing repeated seizures near Chaco Canyon overnight Oct. 22–23 after severe weather washed out roads and prevented aviation assets from reaching the residence." The infant had 12 seizures before being rescued.