Little signs state disaster declaration for Nez Perce, Idaho Counties

BOISE, Idaho (KIFI) – Governor Brad Little signed a state disaster declaration Friday for Nez Perce and Idaho counties due to spring flooding.

The excessive rainfall and runoff throughout the North Central and Northeast regions of the state of Idaho is causing significant damage, as well as creating dangerous travel conditions in the region. Numerous roadways in the area are obstructed from the flooding.

This state disaster declaration will make funding available to the counties to assist with response and repair efforts. Today’s declaration is the first weather-related declaration this year in Idaho.