From Pagosa Springs and the Durango area to South Fork, communities near Antonito, and Northern New Mexico, recent flooding has disrupted daily life, and left families facing painful losses.
Some neighbors are removing water and damaged belongings. Others have lost their homes, or cannot safely reach their property. If you are exhausted or unsure where to begin, you deserve support.
These are HomeTown’s communities, too. Here are trusted starting points for finding help.
Thank You to the People Showing Up
To our first responders, search-and-rescue teams, Colorado National Guard members, road and utility crews, relief organizations, and volunteers: thank you for showing up through repeated storms.
To neighbors sharing equipment, helping with cleanup, checking on older residents, and welcoming displaced families: your care matters. Recovery takes time.
You do not have to figure out every next step at once.
A Short Flood Recovery Resource Hub
For immediate danger, call 911. These government and established service resources can help with other needs. Confirm availability, eligibility, and hours before traveling.
| Area or need | Where to start |
|---|---|
| Southwest Colorado, including South Fork and communities near Antonito | 211 Colorado covers Archuleta, Conejos, La Plata, Mineral, and Rio Grande counties. Call 211 or text your ZIP code to 898-211 for food, supplies, and temporary housing referrals, including Airbnb.org lodging eligibility. |
| Pagosa Springs and Archuleta County | The Town’s recovery hub provides updates and assistance links; its cleanup resource page explains debris disposal and restrictions. |
| Durango and La Plata County | La Plata County’s flood portal provides evacuation and road updates, damage reporting, cleanup guidance, and assistance information. |
| Northern New Mexico | The Governor’s flood resource hub lists shelters and recovery services, including a recovery center at San Juan College’s Quality Center for Business, 5101 College Blvd., Farmington. Call 211 for referrals. |
| Elsewhere in the Four Corners | 211 Arizona and 211 Utah provide year-round local service referrals. For alerts and instructions, follow your county or Tribal emergency management office. |
Southwest Colorado cleanup help: Call Crisis Cleanup at 970-283-7325 to request free volunteer assistance. Help is not guaranteed; use 211 for food and shelter needs.
If Your Property Was Affected
Follow evacuation orders and return only when officials permit it. Check COtrip or NMRoads before traveling, and respect local closures and barricades.
When safe, photograph damage before cleanup, list losses, and keep receipts. Contact your agent or insurer promptly; you can report a loss before returning home. Document hazardous items before disposal when possible; do not retain contaminated materials that threaten health. Review the EPA’s cleanup safety guidance before starting work.
Most standard homeowners and renters policies do not cover flooding; separate flood coverage is typically needed. HomeTown can help explain your policy and identify the right claims contact.
A Few Essentials for Any Emergency
For floods, wildfires, winter outages, or evacuations, build a kit as your budget allows:
- Water and food: One gallon of water per person, per day, for at least three days; shelf-stable food, a can opener, and pet supplies.
- Light and communication: Flashlights, batteries, a battery-powered or hand-crank radio, and phone power banks.
- Health needs: First aid, medications, and medical supplies; plan for refrigerated medicine and powered equipment.
- Warmth and hygiene: Warm layers, blankets, sturdy shoes, soap, wipes, and trash bags.
- Documents and essentials: Waterproof copies of IDs, insurance information, medication lists, and contacts; cash and spare keys.
- A household plan: Local alerts, evacuation routes, and arrangements for children, pets, and anyone needing help.
Keep a portable bag ready. See the CDC’s emergency water guidance for storage tips.
Recovery takes time; every act of care matters.
You do not have to figure out every next step at once. For insurance questions, contact HomeTown at 970-264-4321. We are here to listen and help.
Want to help? Coordinate with responding organizations before traveling or delivering supplies.
Resource links checked November 5, 2026. Check the linked agencies for current assistance and access information.
A few essentials and a simple plan can make the next emergency easier to navigate.
