FARMINGTON, N.M. — The American Red Cross says it remains actively engaged in recovery efforts following the historic flooding that impacted San Juan County and surrounding communities in northwest New Mexico.
As flood recovery continues, the organization is providing emergency shelter, meals, relief supplies, health services, and recovery assistance to residents affected by the disaster.
The primary Red Cross shelter remains open at the McGee Park Convention Center in Farmington, where displaced residents can access temporary lodging, meals, snacks, recovery resources, and support services.
According to the Red Cross, more than 260 residents have utilized emergency shelter services since the flooding began, accounting for 642 overnight shelter stays.
Relief efforts have also included:
- More than 1,200 meals served
- More than 4,000 snacks distributed
- Deployment of 60 trained Red Cross disaster workers
The organization says current priorities include supporting displaced residents, distributing emergency supplies and cleanup kits, conducting damage assessments, and coordinating with local and state emergency management partners as recovery efforts continue.
The flooding, which affected communities across San Juan County and the Four Corners region, prompted evacuations, road closures, water rescues, and significant infrastructure damage. Recovery operations remain ongoing as residents work to clean up flood damage and restore normal operations.
The Red Cross also noted that additional severe weather remains possible in portions of northwest New Mexico, underscoring the importance of continued preparedness and monitoring of local conditions.
Residents affected by the flooding can access assistance through the Red Cross shelter in Farmington as cleanup and rebuilding efforts continue throughout the region.
