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Safety Bulletin

DEC 17, 2025

Safety Information You Need to Know

Continued Severe Weather Warning: North Idaho

Currently across North Idaho there are active storm and flooding alerts across the entire region, both eastern Washington and Northern Idaho. This event is being described as "historic flooding" by some newsrooms.

North Idaho Storm Impacts

• Power outages across eastern Washington and north Idaho are affecting over 80,000 homes. (See Avista Power outage map See Avista Outage Map Here
• There is a high wind warning in effect across the entire region until 4pm today.
• Treefalls are occurring throughout the area due to high wind and saturated ground conditions.
• Travel conditions can be dangerous due to widespread flooding and road closures.
• People should shelter in place as needed and avoid travel.
• School districts across the region are closed for safety concerns.
• Governor Brad Litle has approved Bonner County's request for a state disaster declaration for flooding.
• LOCAL REGIONAL NEWS REGARDING HIGH WIND WARNINGS

Idaho Transportation Department Impacts

• District 1 (Coeur d’Alene):
  District 1 reports widespread storm impacts primarily consisting of downed trees and power lines across multiple roadways. Portions of the traffic signal system within the Coeur d’Alene area are offline due to power outages; traffic control measures are in place where needed to maintain safety.
• No major incidents have been reported at this time. Crews are engaged in widespread cleanup operations across the district.
• Notable impacts include:
• SH-13: Multiple locations with downed trees and power lines; impacts extend into District 2.
• SH-3: Reduced to one lane near the SH-97 junction due to multiple trees down.
• US-95: Blocked near milepost 392.5 due to multiple trees on the roadway.

District 2 (Lewiston):

• District 2 reports similar storm impacts, with widespread downed trees across multiple routes. SH-13 has been the most significantly affected corridor, experiencing a large volume of fallen trees and debris.
• Crews report widespread cleanup operations across the district. No major incidents have been reported at this time.
• Additionally, one District 2 traffic camera sensor observed wind gusts in excess of 90 mph during the peak of the storm event. This observation is instrument-reported and has not been independently verified, but is consistent with the extent of tree damage observed across the district.

District 3-6 - No reports at this time

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Use extreme caution when travelling throughout the region and ensure that others know where you will be at all times. If working, consult with your supervisor for travel protocols.

If you live in the the region, prepare food and emergency supplies and water ahead of time if you can, and check in with your neighbors as well!

Emergency Supply List

• Heat & Warmth
  • Cold-rated blankets or sleeping bags
  • Warm clothing layers (wool/fleece), hats, gloves
  • Safe indoor-rated heater (if used)
  • Battery-powered carbon monoxide detector
  • Lighting & Power
  • Flashlight or headlamp (one per person)
  • Extra batteries
  • Battery lantern
  • Fully charged power banks
• Food & Water
  • Drinking water (1 gallon per person per day × 3 days)
  • Ready-to-eat or easy-heat food (3 days)
  • Manual can opener
  • Camp stove or grill (outdoor use only) + fuel
  • Lighter or matches
  • Pet food & supplies (3 days)
• Medical & Personal Needs
  • Prescription medications (3–5 day supply)
  • Basic first aid kit
  • Hygiene basics (wipes, hand sanitizer, toilet paper)
• Communication & Information
  • Battery or hand-crank radio
  • Cell phones (charged)
  • Emergency contacts (paper copy)

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