FEMA Major Disaster Declaration – Nebraska Severe Storms, Straight-line Winds, Tornadoes, and Flooding

FEMA Alert

August 3, 2026

FEMA has issued a Major Disaster Declaration for the state of Nebraska to supplement state, tribal and local recovery efforts in areas affected by severe storms, straight-line winds, tornadoes, and flooding from May 15-18, 2026.  The following counties have been approved for assistance:

Public Assistance:

  • Buffalo
  • Fillmore
  • Gage
  • Howard
  • Jefferson
  • Nemaha
  • Thayer
  • Thurston

 

Nebraska Severe Storms, Straight-line Winds, Tornadoes, and Flooding (DR-4928-NE)

Map of Affected Areas

List of Affected Zip Codes

 

Additional Resources

FEMA’s web site

FEMA’s Disaster Declaration Process

Safeguard Properties Industry Alerts

HUD Moratorium on Foreclosure

VA’s Policy Regarding Natural Disasters

Freddie Mac Disaster Relief Policies

Fannie Mae’s Natural Disaster Relief Policies