Dear Relatives,

As our region continues to experience significant impacts from the ongoing atmospheric river event, we wanted to share an emergency resource that may be helpful for your communities and emergency management teams.

IndigenousACCESS.org provides mobile-friendly real-time updates and resources, and emergency alert monitoring and other information specific to the Pacific Northwest severe flooding and atmospheric river event, including:

• Active weather alerts for Tribal lands and surrounding areas
• Current conditions and impacts across the region
• Local resources and emergency contacts
• Situational awareness tools for emergency managers

This is a dynamic resource that will be updated throughout the weekend with additional features and functionality, including:

• Local forecasting and precipitation projections
• Comprehensive emergency management contact directories
• Road closure and infrastructure impact information
• Recovery and assistance resources

Access the tool at: IndigenousACCESS.org

This platform is designed to support Tribal emergency managers, and community leaders with timely, actionable information during this critical event. As we continue to develop additional capabilities, we welcome your feedback on what information and resources would be most valuable for your response and recovery efforts.

Please feel free to share this resource with your emergency management teams, Tribal leadership, and community members as appropriate.

Stay safe, and please don’t hesitate to reach out if you have questions or need additional support at climate@atnitribes.org.

Mvto, Niyaawe, Thank You

-Patrick Freeland, patrickfreeland@atnitribes.org

-Kylie Avery, kavery@atnitribes.org