MHA Emergency Operations Center

10/16/2026

🌐 October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month 🌐

We are sharing weekly tips to help everyone stay informed and better protect our Tribal systems and personal accounts.
Week 3: Spot the Scam
- Recognize phishing attempts
- Be cautious of urgent requests
- Avoid opening unexpected links and attachments
- Never provide passwords or gift card information

If you have general questions or want guidance on the process, feel free to contact Taylor Bradley, CTTP, Technical Operations Officer of the MHA EOC @mhanation.com
Thank you for your continued effort in keeping our systems and community safe!

10/16/2026

Happy Winter Outlook release day! North Dakota is favored for warmer than normal conditions this winter due to the ongoing El Niño conditions, with a very strong El Niño event in the forecast. Read more at the briefing linked in the comments.

10/15/2026

The MHA Nation Emergency Operations Center invites you, your family, and friends to join us for the 2nd Annual Emergency Services Appreciation Day on Saturday, October 24, 2026, from 12:00 PM–4:00 PM at the Emergency Operations Center, 8880 Hwy 23B, New Town, ND 58763.

This year’s celebration will feature a Touch-a-Truck Day from 12:00–4:00 PM, giving community members an opportunity to meet local first responders, explore emergency response and public works vehicles, visit community booths, enjoy kids’ activities, and participate in door prizes and more. This is a free community event, and everyone is welcome!

From 2:00–4:00 PM, we will also hold our Emergency Services Awards Recognition Ceremony, honoring the individuals and organizations whose dedication and service make a difference in our communities every day.

Please see the attached flyer for additional event details, and feel free to share it with your family, friends, coworkers, and community.

We hope you’ll join us for an afternoon of community, appreciation, recognition, and fun as we celebrate those who serve and protect our communities.

10/12/2026

🔸🔹🔸 TRAINING ANNOUNCEMENT 🔸🔹🔸

The MHA EOC, in collaboration with the Midwest Consortium (MWC), is pleased to announce our upcoming HAZWOPER Awareness: Community Program training on Monday, November 16, 2026!

Hazardous materials can be encountered in our workplaces, homes, and communities. Understanding how to recognize potential hazards and respond safely is an important part of protecting ourselves, our families, and those around us.

This FREE, 3-hour community training will introduce participants to hazardous materials (HAZMAT) awareness and provide practical information to help identify potential dangers and take appropriate protective actions.

Participants will learn to:
- Recognize potential hazardous materials and common risks within our communities.
- Understand basic safety measures and protective actions.
- Identify roles and responsibilities during a hazardous materials incident.
- Know how to report and respond appropriately to suspected hazardous materials situations.

Training Details:
Date: Monday, November 16, 2026
Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM (CST)
Location: MHA Nation Emergency Operations Center (EOC), 8880 Hwy 23 B, New Town, ND 58763
Attendance: In-person and virtual participation available (hybrid)
Cost: FREE
Audience: Open to all community members, Tribal departments, partner organizations, and anyone interested in learning more about hazardous materials awareness.

Registration is required. Please scan the QR code on the attached training flyer to register, or click on the link below:
https://forms.cloud.microsoft/g/aE7mS7J1ZA

Please share this announcement and the attached flyer with your departments, colleagues, community partners, and anyone who may benefit from this training!

10/09/2026

10am Session Today for Family Members of First Responders and Community Members 🧡

The MHA EOC along with Tier One Medical is offering virtual Critical Incident Stress Debriefing Sessions for the following groups to help provide support to ALL of our First Responders, their family members and community members.
Anyone affected is encouraged and welcome to attend the session that fits them. Please share 🧡
Any questions, please feel free to contact EOC Director Emily Sitting Bear @ 701-421-2954.

See Microsoft Teams links for each session here:

Thursday, October 8th
1:00pm- All First Responders
Meeting Link: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/228563234345719?p=1Vk9jqm1iO7S3CnPec

Friday, October 9th
10:00am- Community Members & Family Members of First Responders
Meeting Link: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/228656248382706?p=JV39VKcpHbJ23wxCYc

Saturday, October 10th
1:00 pm- Law Enforcement ONLY
Meeting Link: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/217318161382669?p=j1FEKFVLhyF36nhuMt

10/09/2026

October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month, and we are sharing weekly tips to help everyone stay informed and better protect our Tribal systems and personal accounts. Below are highlights from Week 1 and Week 2.

Week 1: Strong Passwords
• Use long passwords or passphrases (15+ characters recommended)
• Avoid reusing passwords across accounts
• Consider using a password manager
• Never share your passwords—legitimate IT staff will never request them

Week 2: Turn On Multi‑Factor Authentication (MFA)
• MFA adds an extra layer of security using a code or app
• Authenticator apps are more secure than text messages
• Deny any unexpected login prompts
• Never share MFA codes with anyone
If you have general questions or want guidance on the process, feel free to contact Taylor Bradley, CTTP, Technical Operations Officer of the MHA EOC @mhanation.com

Thank you for your continued effort in keeping our systems and community safe!

10/07/2026

The MHA EOC along with Tier One Medical is offering virtual Critical Incident Stress Debriefing Sessions for the following groups to help provide support to ALL of our First Responders, their family members and community members.
Anyone affected is encouraged and welcome to attend the session that fits them. Please share 🧡
Any questions, please feel free to contact EOC Director Emily Sitting Bear @ 701-421-2954.

See Microsoft Teams links for each session here:

Thursday, October 8th
1:00pm- All First Responders
Meeting Link: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/228563234345719?p=1Vk9jqm1iO7S3CnPec

Friday, October 9th
10:00am- Community Members & Family Members of First Responders
Meeting Link: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/228656248382706?p=JV39VKcpHbJ23wxCYc

Saturday, October 10th
1:00 pm- Law Enforcement ONLY
Meeting Link: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/217318161382669?p=j1FEKFVLhyF36nhuMt

10/06/2026

➡️10/6/26 UPDATE: MISSING PERSON ADVISORY CANCELLED for Payne Xavier Johnson. Payne has been located and is safe. Confirmed by TATPD Sgt. Grinnell on 10/6/26 at 2:31 AM.
Thank you to everyone who shared his flyer and kept an eye out for him!

🔴‼️10/6/26 MISSING PERSON
ADVISORY-Payne Xavier Johnson, 31 YO Male reported missing by family to law enforcement on 10/5/26‼️🔴
A Wireless Emergency Alert was sent out a few minutes ago reservation wide early this morning.
He may be on the Ft. Berthold Reservation or in the Minot, ND area.
If you have any information on this young mans whereabouts or know where he is, please contact law enforcement immediately at 701-627-3617 or call 911. Please share!

10/06/2026

🔹🔹🔹 TRAINING ANNOUNCEMENT 🔹🔹🔹

MHA EOC, in collaboration with the Midwest Consortium (MWC), invites you to join us for our upcoming Heat and Cold Safety Training, with a special Cold-Weather Emphasis as we prepare for the winter season. Training will take place on:
Tuesday, November 3, 2026
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
In person and Online
In-Person Location:
MHA Nation Emergency Operations Center, 8880 Hwy 23 B, New Town, ND 58763

Participants will learn how to recognize risk factors for heat and cold stress, identify heat and cold illnesses and appropriate first aid, understand worker protection standards, and identify ways to reduce the risk of heat and cold stress.

With colder weather approaching, this training will place additional emphasis on cold-weather safety, recognition, prevention, and protection.
REGISTER HERE:
https://forms.cloud.microsoft/g/BJyZw6kPUL

This training is open to all community members, Tribal departments, partners, and others interested in learning how to stay safe in extreme temperatures.

Please feel free to share this training opportunity with your departments, coworkers, family, friends, and community partners. We hope to see you there!

10/05/2026

🔸🔸 TRAINING ANNOUNCEMENT 🔸🔸

The MHA EOC, in partnership with the Midwest Consortium for Hazardous Waste Worker Training, will be hosting the Opioid Overdose Emergency Response & Community Awareness, focusing on Illicit Street Drugs.

Thursday, October 22, 2026
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM (2 hours)
MHA Nation Emergency Operations Center (EOC)
8880 Hwy 23 B, New Town, ND 58763
Hybrid – In-person and virtual options available.

This training will focus on the
- Opioid epidemic and community awareness, including educating the community
- Identifying partners and assisting those in need, and
- Connecting participants with local and federal resources.

This training is open to all — community members, Tribal departments, partners, and anyone interested in learning more about opioid overdose response and available resources.
Register: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/g/hS39JZjnJ0
We hope you can join us!