Pillen declares emergency for southeast Nebraska after heavy rain, severe flooding

Governor Jim Pillen declared a state of emergency in southeast Nebraska following heavy rain and severe flooding. State officials are currently assessing damage to determine eligibility for federal support.
LINCOLN — Southeast Nebraska is under a state of emergency following heavy rain and severe flooding as state officials assess damage to potentially apply for federal support. Nebraska Gov. Jim Pillen declared the emergency Thursday afternoon while surveying affected areas in northern Lancaster County, as first reported by 10/11 News, which was reporting on scene […]
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