Reminder from the Idaho Office of Emergency Management (IOEM) about staying safe and preparing for floods.
Floods can happen fast—are you ready?
Being prepared ahead of time can make all the difference.
Here are a few steps to help keep you and your family safe:
- 𝗞𝗻𝗼𝘄 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗙𝗹𝗼𝗼𝗱 𝗥𝗶𝘀𝗸: Check floodplain maps and understand your property’s risk.
- 𝗖𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗮𝗻 𝗘𝗺𝗲𝗿𝗴𝗲𝗻𝗰𝘆 𝗣𝗹𝗮𝗻: Make sure everyone in your household knows what to do and where to go if you need to evacuate.
- 𝗦𝗶𝗴𝗻 𝗨𝗽 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗔𝗹𝗲𝗿𝘁𝘀: Stay informed with flood watches, warnings, and real-time updates.
Sign up for emergency alerts like IPAWS, and follow local officials and the National Weather Service for updates.
Learn more about how to prepare before a flood strikes: ioem.idaho.gov/flood-safety
