SVDN Flood Notice – Community Notice (2026.07.05)
The Sioux Valley Dakota Nation Emergency Management Team is actively monitoring the current weather conditions, surrounding community flood preparation activities, and river levels and outflow rates.
At this time, we are maintaining close communication with our partners and reviewing all available information to ensure we are prepared should conditions change.
We understand that images and reports circulating on social media may be concerning. We ask all community members to remain calm and rely on official updates from Sioux Valley Dakota Nation.
It is important to note that this is NOT a tsunami. The current situation involves river and watershed conditions associated with rainfall and water management. Water levels change over time and are monitored continuously by emergency officials and water management authorities.
At this time:
There is no immediate cause for panic.
We are closely monitoring river conditions, upstream and downstream communities, and water outflow rates.
Emergency planning is underway as a precaution to ensure we are ready should conditions warrant additional action.
Community members will be notified immediately if there are any changes that require protective measures.
What you can do:
Stay informed through official Sioux Valley Dakota Nation communication channels.
Avoid spreading unverified information or rumours.
Review your household emergency plan and ensure you have essential medications and important documents readily available.
Continue your normal activities while remaining aware of official updates.
The safety of our community remains our highest priority. We appreciate everyone’s cooperation and patience as we continue to monitor the situation closely.
Further updates will be provided as new information becomes available.
SVDN Flood Notice – Community Preparedness Notice (2026.07.05)
To All Community Members:
Sioux Valley Dakota Nation is advising all residents that changing weather conditions and rising water levels require us to prepare for the possibility of a flood evacuation.
At this time, no evacuation order has been issued.
However, all residents are asked to remain on 24-hour evacuation preparedness standby.
Community leadership and emergency management personnel are closely monitoring conditions in coordination with provincial and federal partners. Should conditions worsen, an evacuation order may be issued with limited notice.
During the next 24 hours, all households are encouraged to:
- Prepare enough clothing, medications, and personal items for at least 72 hours.
- Gather important documents such as identification, health cards, insurance information, and banking information in a waterproof container.
- Ensure all prescription medications and essential medical equipment are ready to travel.
- Fuel personal vehicles and ensure they are in good working order.
- Arrange for pets by preparing food, medications, leashes, carriers, and vaccination records.
- Check on Elders, neighbours, and family members who may require assistance.
- Charge all cell phones, portable batteries, flashlights, and medical devices.
- Keep informed through official Sioux Valley Dakota Nation communication channels and avoid relying on rumours or unofficial social media posts.
Community emergency personnel are preparing transportation, reception services, and emergency supports should they become necessary.
Residents who require assistance with transportation, have medical concerns, or have mobility challenges are encouraged to notify the Sioux Valley Health Centre immediately so appropriate arrangements can be made.
We understand that these situations can be stressful. This preparedness notice is being issued to provide everyone with sufficient time to prepare while we continue monitoring conditions.
Your cooperation helps ensure the safety of our entire community.
Further updates will be provided as new information becomes available.
