Weather and disaster in Omaha runs on severe storm systems, flood risks and heat waves, and coverage here follows all of it. Reporting focuses on atmospheric conditions, emergency response and post-event safety.
Crews will bag street parking to store snow where streetcar construction has narrowed roads, including Farnam Street.
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Do you think Omaha's road construction is making getting around the city harder?
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Do you trust that federal disaster assistance programs are easy to navigate when you need help?
Flood victims can access low-interest loans for property repairs following the September 30 flooding event.
Slick road conditions have led to a series of accidents during the Tuesday morning commute in Omaha.
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Is your local community doing enough to manage traffic safety during severe weather events?
Rain showers caused a series of accidents on major interstates and city streets Tuesday morning.
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Do you typically adjust your household plans when a sudden frost or cold snap is predicted?
A shift in the weather has brought cooler temperatures and the potential for the season's first frost to Omaha.
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Do you feel adequately prepared for a sudden flood event in your area?
Residents are cleaning up after rising floodwaters damaged homes near 60th and L Street.
Day to day, that means tracking storm paths, flood plain management, emergency declarations and long-term recovery efforts. It reaches across the city and the communities around it as systems move through the region. Omaha remains uniquely sensitive to shifts in seasonal precipitation and the pressure they place on river infrastructure. Seasonal patterns of severe activity and the subsequent recovery requirements define the scale of each event.
