Wildfire in Lincoln, Nebraska

Fire initiated during the late afternoon hours of March 12th. Aided by strong west-northwest winds, the fire pushed quickly to the southeast. By the time the fire was contained on March 27th, a total of 106,194 acres was consumed in Lincoln County. The fire led to approximately, 300 persons being evacuated around Jeffrey Lake on March 12th. One injury occurred as a result of the fire. Three fire vehicles were destroyed in the fire.

Fire initially started approximately 5 miles southwest of Brady during the late afternoon hours of March 12th. Aided by strong west-northwest winds, the fire spread into far southeastern Lincoln and portions of western Dawson County. The fire persisted for several days with periodic ignition of hot spots over southeastern Lincoln County. By the time the fire was contained on March 27th, the fire consumed a total of 129,253 acres. In Lincoln County, the fire consumed a total of 106,194 acres.