Kootenai County Emergency Management

05/29/2026

05/29/2026

A severe thunderstorm watch has been issued for parts of Idaho, Montana and Washington until 12 AM PDT. Prepare for the potential of severe weather into tonight!

05/28/2026

05/27/2026

High temperatures on Thursday are expected to climb into the upper 80s to mid 90s, resulting in a Moderate heat risk across the Idaho Panhandle.

This level of heat can impact individuals who are sensitive to heat, especially those without effective cooling or adequate hydration. Be sure to drink plenty of water, limit strenuous outdoor activity during peak heat, and check on vulnerable friends, family, and neighbors.

Learn More: https://www.weather.gov/otx/

05/26/2026

A storm’s a-brewin’ ⛈️

05/25/2026

Today, we honor the heroes who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. Thank you for your service, it will not be forgotten 🇺🇸

05/22/2026

🇺🇸☀️ Memorial Day Weekend is here, Idaho! Time for camping, grilling, trail riding, and making memories with family and friends.

As you head outdoors this weekend, remember: most wildfires are human caused — and preventable.

🔥 Never leave a campfire unattended
🔥 Drown, stir, and feel your campfire DEAD OUT before leaving
🔥 Keep vehicles and trailers off dry grass
🔥 Check local fire restrictions before burning or recreating
🔥 Make safety part of the fun

This Memorial Day Weekend, let’s enjoy Idaho responsibly and work together to prevent unwanted human-caused fires.

Have fun. Stay safe. Prevent a wildfire start. 🌲
BLM Idaho Fire
Fire Prevention Jen

05/21/2026

We've got exciting news!

Kootenai County is launching "Know Your Zone" , a new interactive evacuation mapping tool designed to help residents stay informed and prepared before an emergency happens.

Knowing your evacuation zone ahead of time can help you respond more quickly during wildfires and other incidents that may require evacuations.

For more information and to find your zone, click here: https://www.kcsheriff.com/317/Know-Your-Zone

05/08/2026

May is Wildfire Preparedness Month! 🌲🔥
It's a great reminder to take steps now to protect yourself, your family, and your community.

Receiving emergency notifications is a critical part of being prepared. Alert! Kootenai provides timely emergency alerts and updates directly to registered users during incidents impacting Kootenai County.

Watch our short video about Alert! Kootenai and register today: www.kcsheriff.com/228/Alert-Kootenai