August 19, 2008
For Immediate Release


HAVASUPAI TRIBE SEEKS FLOOD DISASTER RELIEF

The Havasupai Tribe of Arizona seeks aid for the flooding emergency on its Reservation located in the Grand Canyon. The flooding began Sunday when a dam breached near the Grand Canyon destroying homes, and forcing members to evacuate by helicopter. Many tribal members have been relocated to a Red Cross shelter in a gymnasium at Peach Springs, about 60 miles southwest of Supai village. The Tribe is accepting donations, including bottled water, canned goods, personal hygiene items, diapers and baby formula, dog food, and horse feed.

Contact:
Charlene Jackson (480) 241-8795

Courtesy of Victor Rocha