Nebraska Emergency Preparedness
Based on 69 FEMA disaster declarations, here is everything you need to know about preparing for emergencies in Nebraska.
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Risk Score
High
Top Threats in Nebraska
Severe Storm (38 declarations)
High Tornado (6 declarations)
Low Flood (19 declarations)
Moderate Winter Storm (1 declarations)
Low FEMA Disaster History
Nebraska has had 69 federal disaster declarations since tracking began.
Declarations by Type
Severe Storm 38
Flood 19
Tornado 6
Snowstorm 2
Severe Ice Storm 2
Winter Storm 1
Biological 1
Recent Declarations
Severe Storms, Straight-Line Winds, And Flooding 2025-10-22
Severe Winter Storm And Straight-Line Winds 2025-05-21
Severe Storms, Straight-Line Winds, Tornadoes, And Flooding 2024-10-21
Severe Storms, Straight-Line Winds, Tornadoes, And Flooding 2024-09-24
Severe Storms, Straight-Line Winds, Tornadoes, And Flooding 2024-08-20
Preparedness Tips for Nebraska
- ✓ Trim trees and remove dead branches that could fall on your home
- ✓ Have a battery-powered weather radio for severe storm alerts
- ✓ Keep flashlights and extra batteries in multiple rooms
- ✓ Know the difference between a watch (conditions possible) and a warning (happening now)
Emergency Contacts
Recommended Gear
Emergency Radio
Severe storm warnings save lives when power is out
Generator
Severe storms frequently cause extended power outages
First Aid Kit
Storm damage can cause injuries when help is delayed