Idaho Office of Emergency Management

Homeowners, renters and businesses that sustained damage from: the rainfall March 13-15, the windstorm from March 11-12, or the windstorm from Dec 17 are encouraged to report damages to allow the State to determine the potential availability of disaster assistance. https://ioem.idaho.gov/report-damages/

Governor Brad Little issued a state disaster declaration to support emergency efforts aimed at stabilizing infrastructure and preventing catastrophic washouts in Clearwater, Idaho, and Nez Perce Counties.

Governor Brad Little Issues a Disaster Declaration to Support Severe Flooding in Northern Idaho » Office of Emergency Management FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE APRIL 3, 2026 Contact: Delanie Edmunds Office: 208-258-6585 [email protected] Governor Brad Little Issues a Disaster Declaration to Support Severe Flooding in Northern Idaho BOISE, ID – Governor Brad Little issued a state disaster declaration to support emergency ...

Governor Brad Little has declared March 15 – 21, 2026, as Flood Awareness Week in Idaho! We are already seeing major flooding in Idaho and as spring snowmelt and seasonal rain increases the risk of flooding, this week serves as a reminder for Idahoans to stay prepared and aware of their flood risk.

Learn what to do before, during, and after a flood: ioem.idaho.gov/flood-safety

Get ready, Idaho! Join the Great Shakeout earthquake drill this Thursday, October 16th at 10:16 a.m. local time!

Earthquakes strike without warning, so it's important to know how to protect yourself when the ground starts shaking. Here’s what to do:

• Drop: Get down on your hands and knees to prevent being knocked over and to stay balanced.
• Cover: Protect your head and neck with one arm, and take cover under a sturdy table or desk if possible.
• Hold On: Stay put until the shaking stops. If you're under shelter, hold on to it with one hand in case it shifts.

Let’s work together for a more earthquake-prepared Idaho! Find out how you can participate: ioem.idaho.gov/great-shakeout-join-the-worlds-largest-earthquake-drill

Are you ready for the Great Shakeout? Join us on October 16, 2025, at 10:16 a.m. local time for the world’s biggest earthquake preparedness drill.

Practice how to "Drop, Cover, and Hold On" during an earthquake and to strengthen Idaho’s readiness! Whether you’re at home, work, school, or in a public space, everyone can take part in this life-saving drill.

Here’s how you can get involved:
• Register your organization at www.shakeout.org/idaho/
• Plan and practice your drill: ioem.idaho.gov/prepare-for-the-great-shakeout-with-earthquake-safety-drills
• Spread the word and encourage others to join!

Get involved and help build a more earthquake-prepared Idaho! Learn more: ioem.idaho.gov/great-shakeout-join-the-worlds-largest-earthquake-drill

Preparedness doesn’t end with the month! Update your emergency kit, practice your plan, and stay connected with neighbors all year long.

Learn more: ioem.idaho.gov/national-preparedness-month

First Aid. CPR. AED. Water safety. These are life-saving skills anyone can learn. Consider signing up for a class this month through the Red Cross or your local fire department.

Learn more: ioem.idaho.gov/community-involvement-and-volunteering

From CERT teams to neighborhood watch groups, getting involved helps keep your community strong. You don’t need to be an expert to make a difference.

Learn more about how to get involved: ioem.idaho.gov/community-involvement-and-volunteering

What hazards are most likely in your area? From wildfires to floods to earthquakes, understanding local risks is key to staying safe and planning ahead.

Learn more: ioem.idaho.gov/staying-informed

IOEM is celebrating National Preparedness Month by getting out into the community and sharing simple, at-home preparedness tips anyone can use.

Last week at Caldwell’s Farm to Fork Farmers’ Market at Indian Creek Plaza, we had a great time talking with families and showing hands-on activities. Visitors got to see what goes into an emergency kit, check out a liquefaction demo showing how earthquakes affect the ground, and explore a shaketable that demonstrates why the materials we build structures from matter and how they perform during earthquakes.

We’ll be at Downtown Nampa's Third Thursday Street Fair tomorrow, Sept. 18, from 6 to 9 p.m. Come say hi, try out the activities, and pick up some easy preparedness tips for your family.

When an emergency strikes, how will you get your information? Take a moment today to check that you’re signed up for alerts, following the right channels, and have a communication plan in place.

Learn more: ioem.idaho.gov/staying-informed