In effect from Monday, Feb 09 2026 2:55 PM - Tuesday, Feb 10 2026 12:00 PM
Issued by NWS Omaha/Valley NE
What:
Flooding caused by an ice jam continues to be possible.
Where:
Portions of east central, northeast, and southeast
Nebraska, including the following counties, in east central
Nebraska, Butler, Dodge, Douglas, Sarpy, Saunders and Washington.
In northeast Nebraska, Antelope, Colfax, Cuming, Madison, Pierce,
Platte and Stanton. In southeast Nebraska, Cass.
When:
Through Tuesday morning.
Impacts:
The formation of an ice jam could result in sudden rises
of water, leading to a rapid flooding situation. Ice jams can
cause water level fluctuations of 1 to 3 feet over a very short
time period and without much notice.
Additional Details:
- Ice has started to move on the Loup River with additional ice
movement becoming likely on the Platte and Elkhorn rivers.
Instructions: You should monitor later forecasts and be alert for possible Flood
Warnings. Those living in areas prone to flooding should be prepared
to take action should flooding develop.
