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Nebraska storms prompt state of emergency in Morrill County

Nebraska storms lead to state of emergency in Morrill County, FEMA assistance extension

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Nebraska storms prompt state of emergency in Morrill County

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MORRILL COUNTY, Neb. —

Nebraska Gov. Jim Pillen has declared a state of emergency for Morrill County following severe storm damage across central and eastern Nebraska.

The declaration allows state resources to be used in recovery efforts.

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Pillen is also asking FEMA for a 30-day extension to complete storm damage assessments before requesting a federal disaster declaration.

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