The muddy roads on Black Mesa caused the driver of this pickup to end up in the ditch. He was safely back on the road later. Navajo Nation President Joe Shirley Jr. flew over Black Mesa in a helicopter Saturday afternoon to access mud damage. (Photo by John A. Bowersmith/Independent) Full Story

Wallace Becenti kneels beside his septic system outside his house Thursday afternoon near Naschitti, N.M. Becenti is concerned that the close placement of the system to the house could cause health issues if not moved. (Photo by Daniel Zollinger/Independent) Full Story

Navajo Nation President Joe Shirley Jr. and Louise Claw look at the mud damage around Claw's house on Black Mesa Saturday afternoon. Claw's home is inaccesssible to automobiles due to muddy conditions. Shirley flew to Claw's house in a helicopter and discussed getting her feed, coal and other supplies. (Photo by John A. Bowersmith/Independent) Full Story