Lemhi County ID in Idaho faces wildfire / flash flooding risk across its 4,570 square mile area. Salmon on the Salmon River serves this remote east-central Idaho county. Lemhi serves as the county seat and regional emergency coordination hub.
// 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 | 4 / 10 Low Risk |
| Primary Hazard | Wildfire / Flash Flooding |
| Secondary Hazard | Winter Storm |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Low |
| Federally Declared Disasters | 5 |
| Last Major Event | 2021 Wildfire |
| Event Frequency | Annual |
// Emergency Operations
| Emergency Mgmt Phone | (208) 756-2815 |
| Emergency Shelters | 2 designated facilities |
| Evacuation Routes | State and US highways |
// County Profile
| County | Lemhi County ID |
| State | Idaho (ID) |
| Population | 8 |
| Area | 4,570 sq miles |
| FEMA Region | Low |
// Other Idaho Counties
Madison County ID
Earthquake / Wildfire
5/10
Low
Franklin County ID
Earthquake / Wildfire
5/10
Low
Ada County ID
Wildfire / Flash Flooding
5/10
Moderate
Bonneville County ID
Earthquake / Wildfire
5/10
Low
Fremont County ID
Earthquake / Wildfire
5/10
Low
Kootenai County ID
Wildfire / Flash Flooding
5/10
Moderate