NDEE Emergency & Disaster Information

When disaster strikes, the Nebraska Department of Environment and Energy wants to help you be prepared. Below you will find resources regarding various emergency and disaster situations as well as some quick links. If you are unable to find the answer to your questions, please reach out to us at NDEE.moreinfo@Nebraska.gov.

Storm Recovery and Flooding in Nebraska: Environmental Guidance

Severe storms with tornadoes, high winds, and flooding can cause damage to buildings, other structures, and properties. This page provides information regarding debris management as well as other related emergency. 

Harmful Algal Blooms and Bacteria Sampling Results

NDEE conducts weekly sampling for Harmful Algal Blooms (HABs), also known as toxic blue-green algae, and E.coli bacteria at 50 public recreational lakes (55 sites in all) across Nebraska from May through September and these results are updated weekly. Samples are typically collected on Monday and posted on the web site on Friday.

Smoke Awareness in Nebraska

Smoke from prescribed burning and wildfires can affect the air quality in Nebraska. The following resources provide additional information on air quality, prescribed burning and wildfires, and steps to take when the air quality is affected by smoke.