Navajo Department of Emergency Management

11/02/2026

11/01/26 @ 1925 hours

This is a Public Service Announcement from the Navajo Nation Emergency Operations Center.

Rising water and flash floods are affecting the Navajo Nation across Arizona, New Mexico, and Utah. Flooding is expected Monday, November 2nd, in Shiprock and San Juan County, New Mexico. Stay away from rivers and washes. Never drive through flooded roads. Turn around, don't drown. Check on elders and neighbors.

For non-emergencies, call Eastern District at (505) 354-5210 and Western District at (928) 489-5160. Emergency? Dial 911. For alerts, text “NavajoNation” to 888777.

Stay informed. Stay safe. Stay strong. Ahéhee’

Buu Nygren
Navajo Police Department
Navajo Nation Division of Transportation
San Juan County Office of Emergency Management
McKinley County Office of Emergency Management
Apache County Emergency Management and Preparedness
Navajo County Emergency Management & Preparedness
Coconino County Emergency Management

11/02/2026

11/01/26 1900 hours

PSA from Navajo Nation Emergency Medical Service

Due to ongoing flooding and inclement weather across the Navajo Nation, emergency medical response times may be significantly delayed.

Washed-out roads, impassable bridges, flooded highways, and muddy conditions are creating challenges for our EMS crews. Additionally, many air ambulance services, including fixed-wing aircraft and helicopters, are currently grounded due to unsafe weather conditions.

Many of our own Navajo EMS personnel and their families have also been directly impacted by these conditions.

Despite these challenges, Navajo EMS remains committed to serving our communities. Our teams will continue assessing road conditions and doing everything possible to respond safely to emergency medical needs.

We ask for your patience and understanding during this difficult time. Please avoid unnecessary travel, never cross flooded roadways, and follow all emergency advisories.

Your safety and the safety of our first responders remain our priority.

11/02/2026

11/01/26 1845

Update: N7 Bridge in Chinle, AZ are reopened.

🚧 Road Closure Update - Navajo DOT 🚧

Navajo DOT is currently only aware of the following road closures:
• N30
• N26
• Route 409
• N35
• Route 4 / N8031

*Other roads may be affected as conditions change.

Please avoid these routes and seek alternate travel options if possible. Road conditions can change rapidly due to ongoing weather impacts.

Motorists are encouraged to use caution and stay alert for additional updates.

11/02/2026

⚠️ ROAD CLOSURE NOTICE – CHINLE, ARIZONA ⚠️

The Nazlini Bridge on Navajo Route 7 in Chinle, Arizona, is currently CLOSED for safety and security reasons. Please avoid the area and use US 191 as an alternate route.

11/01/2026

EVACUATION IS NOW ISSUED FOR ANYONE WITHIN A HALF MILE OF THE LA PLATA, SAN JUAN, OR ANIMAS RIVER IN SAN JUAN COUNTY.

In anticipation of the San Juan River rising overnight, we are encouraging evacuation if you live within 1/2 mile of the San Juan River.

SAN JUAN RIVER EXPECTED TO RISE OVERNIGHT. If you are half a mile from the river, GET TO HIGHER GROUND.

Rain will continue and you are encouraged to get out before dark.
Do not cross running water. Shelter at McGee Park. Do not wait; take your kit and GO NOW.

Upper Fruitland Chapter
Shiprock Chapter Navajo Nation
Shiprock Police Department Navajo Nation

EVACUATION IS NOW ISSUED FOR ANYONE WITHIN A HALF MILE OF THE LA PLATA, SAN JUAN, OR ANIMAS RIVER IN SAN JUAN COUNTY.

In anticipation of the San Juan River rising overnight, we are encouraging evacuation if you live within 1/2 mile of the San Juan River.

SAN JUAN RIVER EXPECTED TO RISE OVERNIGHT. If you are half a mile from the river, GET TO HIGHER GROUND.
Rain will continue and you are encouraged to get out before dark.
Do not cross running water. Shelter at McGee Park. Do not wait; take your kit and GO NOW.
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Map here: https://perimetermap.com/
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SE HA EMITIDO UNA ORDEN DE EVACUACIÓN PARA TODAS LAS PERSONAS QUE SE ENCUENTREN A MENOS DE MEDIA MILLA DE LOS RÍOS LA PLATA, SAN JUAN O ANIMAS EN EL CONDADO DE SAN JUAN.

Ante la previsión de que el río San Juan aumente su nivel durante la noche, recomendamos evacuar si vive a menos de media milla del río San Juan.

SE ESPERA QUE EL NIVEL DEL RÍO SAN JUAN AUMENTE DURANTE LA NOCHE. Si se encuentra a menos de media milla del río, DIRÍJASE A TERRENO MÁS ELEVADO.

La lluvia continuará y se recomienda evacuar antes de que oscurezca.

No cruce corrientes de agua. Hay un refugio disponible en McGee Park. ¡NO ESPERE! TOME SU MOCHILA DE EMERGENCIA Y ¡EVACÚE AHORA!

11/01/2026

FYI - Coconino County Call Center Number

Coconino County has activated a Call Center for flooding until 8 p.m. If you have questions about evacuation status, sandbag locations and road conditions please call 928-679-8525.

Always call 911 for emergencies. Sign up for emergency alerts at coconino.az.gov/Ready.

11/01/2026

UPDATED EMERGENCY ALERT - SAN JUAN COUNTY (NM)

11/01/2026

RIVERS FLOODING NOW

For help with supplies, sandbags, or shelter, call your local Chapter House first. In an emergency, call 911. For alerts, text "NavajoNation" to 888777, and sign up with San Juan County Office of Emergency Management here: https://public.everbridge.net/sign-up

Stay informed. Stay safe. Stay strong.

UPDATED EMERGENCY ALERT:

RIVERS FLOODING NOW. If you are half a mile from a river, GET TO HIGHER GROUND. Rain is continuing, and the Animas, La Plata, and San Juan Rivers are rising. Do not cross running water. Shelter at McGee Park. Do not wait; take your kit and GO NOW if threatened.

This alert is still active; we canceled the previous warning.

11/01/2026

FLOOD ALERT: SHIPROCK & SAN JUAN COUNTY, MONDAY 11/2

For help with supplies, sandbags, or shelter, call your local Chapter House first. In an emergency, call 911. For alerts, text "NavajoNation" to 888777.

Weather forecasts expect rain to continue and the Animas, La Plata, and San Juan Rivers to rise and overflow banks this evening (11/01/26). Previously flooded areas will flood again and could flood additional areas.

Stay away from rivers and washes. Never drive through flooded roads. Check on elders and neighbors. Move vehicles and livestock to higher ground. Do not wait; prepare your go kit - be set to go.

Stay safe and stay strong. 🙏🏽

Shiprock Chapter Navajo Nation

11/01/2026

⚠ Water is going over the road on N15 in Cornfields and N6 at milepost 19 in Indian Wells ⚠