Emergency Management

The PITU Emergency Management Program delivers comprehensive emergency management services to Tribal communities through the Tribal Emergency Response Team (TERT). Each band is equipped with a dedicated emergency manager, ensuring tailored planning, support, and resources to effectively address and respond to emergencies within their respective communities.

See the TERT emergency manager contact information for each individual band below.

TERT Band Contact Information

Cedar Band

Emergency Manager: Jackson Bow
Email: jbow@utahpha.org

Indian Peaks Bank

Emergency Manager: Robert Borchardt
Email: bigdady84720@msn.com

Kanosh Band

Emergency Manager: Ricardo Rodgriguez
Email: rr1758024@gmail.com

Koosharem Band

Emergency Manager: Toni Kanosh
Email: koosharem@utahpaiutes.org

Shivwits Band

Emergency Manager: Little Sun Lavalle
Email: koda.warrior@gmail.com

 

News and Alerts
  • For current statewide weather watches, warnings, and advisories, click here.
  • For current statewide active wildfires, fire danger, and fire restrictions, click here. 

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June 20, 2025 – Possible Public Safety Power Shutoff 

Several areas of central and southern Utah are currently under a Public Safety Power Shutoff Watch.

NOTE: A “watch” is the lowest risk and means the “area is being monitored for elevated weather conditions that could possibly lead to a Public Safety Power Shutoff.”

Currently, the only Band areas that may be immediately impacted are Cedar and Indian Peaks. In the event of a power shutoff, a community resource center will be set up at the Heritage Center at 105 N. 100 East in Cedar City.

To read the full release from Rocky Mountain Power, click here.

 

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National Preparedness Month

September is National Preparedness Month.
 
Make time this month to create a plan for yourself or your family, as well as a go-bag (to find great resources on all of these topics and more, click here).
 
Once you’re got your go-bag ready, then you can consider the items in the infographic list at the top of this post. Note that as you have more time, get the items in the previous list PLUS the next list.
 

Also keep in mind any pet needs (food, water, carrier, leash and collar…etc).

 

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Stage I Fire Restrictions in Effect for Reservation  Areas (July 2024)

Stage I fire restrictions were signed into effect for all areas of the Paiute Indian Tribe of Utah Reservation at the July meeting of the Tribal Council (read the full Tribal Council resolution here).

From the resolution: “… a person may not ignite or set a fire, including a slash-burning fire, land-clearing fire, debris-burning fire, or open fire within the Paiute Indian Tribe of Utah Reservation on any residential or commercial property, forest, range, or croplands subject to the provisions of this part without having obtained an official written permit … Discharging, or using any kind of fireworks, tracer ammunition, exploding targets or other pyrotechnic devices is prohibited.”

Exemptions to the order can be found in the resolution.

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What To Do During Extreme Heat

As we go into the hottest months of the year, extreme heat warnings will be common, and many of our Reservation areas will reach temperatures in the triple digits for extended periods of time.

For more information on recognizing the signs of heat-related illnesses and tips on how to stay cool, click here.

Sign Up for Emergency Alerts

To sign up for County alert systems, click on the links below:

PITU Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan

A tribal hazard mitigation plan is a strategic framework developed by a tribal community to identify and assess risks from natural and man-made hazards, aiming to reduce or eliminate the long-term impacts of these threats. This plan outlines specific actions and projects tailored to enhance community resilience, protect cultural and natural resources, and ensure the safety and well-being of tribal members.

To view the PITU Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (last updated May 24, 2022), click here.