Durango, CO: Residents seeking assistance with flood cleanup or wanting to volunteer can register with Crisis Cleanup, which can connect homeowners and property owners with volunteers who may be able to help remove debris, trees, fences, and other flood-related damage. To register for assistance, call 970-283-7325.

The La Plata County Fairgrounds, 2500 Main Ave., is currently serving as the operations center for relief efforts. Those looking to volunteer can go to the fairgrounds to assist. 

Sandbag operations:

• Volunteers are asked to bring a shovel. 
• Individuals with trucks can help transport sandbags to areas where they are needed.
• Residents who have unused or empty sandbags are asked to take them to the fairgrounds. Supplies are currently depleted, and returned sandbags can help support ongoing response efforts.

American Red Cross:

• A limited number of volunteers are needed to assist with tasks such as loading water into vehicles, directing traffic, and providing general support at distribution sites.
• Water is available for residents who need it, along with a limited supply of house-cleaning kits. Cleaning supplies for flood-affected residents may be dropped off at the fairgrounds.

Supporting evacuated residents

• Manna is providing meals for residents who have been evacuated from their homes as a result of the flooding. Those interested in learning more about Manna or supporting its efforts can visit https://www.mannasoupkitchen.org/. Manna is seeking food donations to support residents affected by the floods. 

The City of Durango will continue to share recovery information and resources as they become available. For additional information on recent flooding please visit the county website.