There is significant damage to homes, business, trees, electrical distribution infrastructure and facilities, primarily in the form of electrical lines and poles. Officials with the Nebraska Emergency Management Agency (NEMA)and Federal Emergency Management Agency have estimated that a total of 298 homes in Douglas County suffered damage, with 134 being destroyed. Omaha Public Power District (OPPD) has provided a very preliminary estimate damage cost of $3 million in Douglas County. More information, including aerial images can be found in Governor Jim Pillen’s letter to FEMA requesting federal assistance.
If you need assistance, here are some websites to help you:
Local Government
City of Omaha
Douglas County Emergency Management
We will keep these posted on our website at Bacon.house.gov
As always, please feel free to reach out to our district office at 402-938-0300 for assistance.
Sincerely,
