Author: Donovan Quintero

As the number of COVID-19 cases continues to rise on the Navajo Nation, the shortage of personal protection equipment is becoming more noticeable.

In addition to the the waivers and suspensions, NHA also said all scheduled routine maintenance is suspended. And to prevent employees from being exposed to the virus, all NHA employees have been placed on administrative leave with pay. A tentative date of March 30 is set for them to return to work was set, but that could change.

Allen said the FFD employee did not contract the virus while performing their duties. No other FFD employees or members of the public were exposed, according to a New Mexico Epidemiology Office investigation.

Francisco said two of his officers were on a 14-day quarantine in their homes and were being monitored.