The U.S. Small Business Administration has declared a disaster in Idaho due to the Gwen Fire, which occurred from July 24, 2024, to August 9, 2024. This announcement allows affected individuals and businesses in the primary area of Nez Perce County and several surrounding counties in Idaho, Oregon, and Washington to apply for disaster assistance loans through the MySBA Loan Portal. Physical damage loan applications must be submitted by January 21, 2025, while Economic Injury (EIDL) loan applications are due by August 22, 2025. For further assistance, individuals can contact the SBA's Office of Disaster Recovery & Resilience.
Simple Explanation
The Small Business Administration is helping people in Idaho because there was a big fire called the Gwen Fire. People and businesses who were hurt by the fire can ask for special loans to help fix things or cover extra costs, and they need to apply by certain dates to get the help.