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

By: Zach Wendling

Outlets: Nebraska Examiner

Published: October 2, 2026

Words: 301

Last Updated: 2 weeks, 1 day ago

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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 before the governor arrived. The record-setting rainfall Wednesday resulted in flooded roadways …

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