State of Emergency Declared in Western and South-Central Nebraska Due to Wildfires

Date: 03/18/26

Nebraska Governor Jim Pillen has declared a state of emergency due to wildfires in the following counties: Morrill, Garden, Arthur, Keith, Lincoln, Dawson, and Frontier.

If you are impacted and need help, please contact Ambetter Health Member Services at 1-833-890-0329 (TTY 711). We can help you:

• Get an emergency prescription refill.  
• Replace necessary medical equipment, services, or supplies.  
• Get a new copy of your Ambetter Health Member ID card.  
• Speak with a registered nurse, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.  
• Find a doctor in your area.  
• Get help dealing with stress or depression.  

Additional support may also be available through these resources:

• FEMA Disaster Assistance: Apply online at DisasterAssistance.gov or call 1-800-621-3362 (6 a.m. – 10 p.m. CDT, 7 days a week)
• American Red Cross: 1-800-RED CROSS (733-2767)
• National Disaster Distress Helpline: Call 1-800-985-5990 for crisis counseling, available 24 hours a day

For more information and updates, visit the Nebraska Governor’s website.

Please take care and stay safe.