National Weather ServiceNebraskaFlood AdvisoryArchive to October 1, 2026
Flood Advisories in Nebraska
The National Weather Service issued 202 flood advisories for Nebraska in 2025 and 133 a year on average in 2008-2025; in 2021-2025 it had the 25th most of any state. 2026 through September: 128, in line with the average of 127 for those months in 2008-2025. Lincoln was covered most often (212 times since 2008).
How many flood advisories does Nebraska get?
Every flood advisory that covered part of Nebraska. 2026 is an outline: the year is not over.
The numbers
| Year | Count |
|---|---|
| 2026 (through September) | 130 |
| 2025 | 202 |
| 2024 | 154 |
| 2023 | 175 |
| 2022 | 79 |
| 2021 | 121 |
| 2020 | 111 |
| 2019 | 301 |
| 2018 | 140 |
| 2017 | 102 |
| 2016 | 93 |
| 2015 | 178 |
| 2014 | 168 |
| 2013 | 90 |
| 2012 | 40 |
| 2011 | 120 |
| 2010 | 172 |
| 2009 | 72 |
| 2008 | 76 |
Source: Iowa Environmental Mesonet archive of National Weather Service watches, warnings and advisories (VTEC); National Weather Service. Data as of October 1, 2026.
When in the year does Nebraska get them?
Sum of 2008-2025; the busiest month is labelled.
Source: Iowa Environmental Mesonet archive of National Weather Service watches, warnings and advisories (VTEC); National Weather Service. Data as of October 1, 2026.
Where in Nebraska?
| County or forecast zone | Since 2008 | Since 2023 | Last issued |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lincoln | 212 | 55 | August 28, 2026 |
| Douglas | 160 | 28 | August 13, 2026 |
| Sarpy | 136 | 18 | August 5, 2026 |
| Custer | 136 | 41 | August 23, 2026 |
| Keith | 117 | 25 | August 28, 2026 |
| Saunders | 105 | 25 | June 2, 2026 |
| Dodge | 104 | 24 | August 13, 2026 |
| Garden | 103 | 27 | September 6, 2026 |
| Hall | 102 | 25 | August 16, 2026 |
| Holt | 95 | 31 | September 5, 2026 |
| Lancaster | 93 | 23 | August 19, 2026 |
| Cass | 87 | 12 | July 28, 2026 |
The NWS issues these products for counties or forecast zones; a zone can be part of a county or a mountain range.
Source: Iowa Environmental Mesonet archive of National Weather Service watches, warnings and advisories (VTEC); National Weather Service. Data as of October 1, 2026.
What is a flood advisory?
A flood advisory covers flooding that is less serious than a warning, such as water on roads or in low-lying areas, that is still a hazard to drivers and walkers. An advisory is issued for a hazard less serious than a warning that can still cause inconvenience or danger if people are not careful. The national record · Every warning type in Nebraska.