Yurok Tribal Council declares a State of Emergency

KLAMATH, CA. (KIEM) – In response to recent storms, the Yurok Tribal Council has issued an emergency declaration.

In the past week, the rain has caused a large landslide that closed Dowd Road. The Yurok Tribes Vice Chairman Frankie Myers says “We are contending with multiple, storm-related crises right now, including landslides and community water system failures. Currently, tribal crews are working with a contractor to fix the water systems and separate crews are removing the debris from the closed roads.

The Yurok Office of Emergency Services wants to remind residents to remain prepared for more weather-related challenges.