IDAHO, USA — President Biden approved a Major Disaster Declaration for Idaho, Lewis and Shoshone Counties due to damage from a severe storm that hit the region on April 14-15.
Some of the damage included flooding, landslides and mudslides. Total damage from the storms across the three counties is estimated to be $6.6 million.
“The approval of the Presidential Disaster Declaration request is a crucial step toward helping the affected areas rebuild and recover from April’s severe storm,” said Governor Brad Little.
The approval authorizes federal funding to go to state, local and tribal governments for emergency work and the replacement of facilities damaged by the storm.
“The spring flooding wreaked havoc, causing devastating damage in these areas,” said Idaho Office of Emergency Management (IOEM) Director Brad Richy. “This funding will be critical for infrastructure repairs. IOEM is committed to working alongside FEMA to support local jurisdictions’ recovery efforts and help them rebuild stronger.”
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