Kootenai County in the Idaho Panhandle anchored by Coeur d'Alene is one of the fastest growing counties in the Pacific Northwest. The county faces serious wildfire risk from surrounding forests and flash flooding from the Spokane and Coeur d'Alene Rivers. Lake Coeur d'Alene creates unique water emergency planning considerations. The 2021 wildfires created dangerous smoke conditions across the region for weeks. The county has experienced significant right-wing extremist group activity creating civil security emergency planning considerations.
// Preparedness Recommendations
- Evacuation routes inland should be identified in advance.
- Store at least 72 hours of food and water.
- Elevate critical belongings above flood level.
- Have backup power ready in case of grid failure.
// Recommended Supplies
Essential gear for power outages, severe weather, and emergency situations in your area.
- Emergency Food Supplies
- Water Filtration & Storage
- Backup Generator
- Solar Backup Power
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// Risk Intelligence
| Threat Score | 5 / 10 Moderate Risk |
| Primary Hazard | Wildfire / Flash Flooding |
| Secondary Hazard | Winter Storm |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Moderate |
| Federally Declared Disasters | 5 |
| Last Major Event | 2021 Wildfires |
| Event Frequency | Annual |
// Emergency Operations
| Emergency Mgmt Phone | (208) 446-2171 |
| Emergency Shelters | 8 designated facilities |
| Evacuation Routes | I-90 US-95 ID-41 ID-53 |
// County Profile
| County | Kootenai County ID |
| State | Idaho (ID) |
| Population | 171 |
| Area | 1,245 sq miles |
| FEMA Region | Moderate |
// Major Cities
// Cities in This County
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// Nearby Infrastructure Risks
Critical infrastructure facilities within or near this area that could affect civilian safety during emergencies, conflict, or infrastructure failures.
Infrastructure risk data is for emergency preparedness awareness. Facility locations are publicly known. Always follow official emergency guidance.