Idaho Emergency Preparedness

Based on 33 FEMA disaster declarations, here is everything you need to know about preparing for emergencies in Idaho.

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Risk Score
Moderate

Top Threats in Idaho

Fire (3 declarations)
Low
Flood (18 declarations)
Moderate
Severe Storm (8 declarations)
Low
Winter Storm (0 declarations)
Low

FEMA Disaster History

Idaho has had 33 federal disaster declarations since tracking began.

Declarations by Type

Flood 18
Severe Storm 8
Fire 3
Biological 1
Snowstorm 1
Earthquake 1
Volcanic Eruption 1

Recent Declarations

Severe Storm, Flooding, Landslides, And Mudslides 2024-06-10
Straight-Line Winds 2021-03-04
Covid-19 Pandemic 2020-04-09
Severe Storms, Flooding, Landslides, And Mudslides 2019-06-12
Flooding 2017-10-07

Preparedness Tips for Idaho

  • Create a defensible space of at least 30 feet around your home
  • Keep your go bag packed and ready during fire season
  • Sign up for local emergency alerts and evacuation notifications
  • Have N95 masks on hand for wildfire smoke events

Emergency Contacts

Idaho Office of Emergency Management

208-258-6500

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Recommended Gear

Go Bag

Wildfire evacuations often happen with little notice

Air Filtration

Smoke from wildfires creates hazardous air quality for weeks

Emergency Radio

Stay informed about evacuation orders and fire progression

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