Fire north of Lake McConaughy contained after evacuations, highway closure

Fire departments responded to a grass fire north of Lake McConaughy. Evacuations were lifted around 2 p.m. and Highway 92 has reopened after crews brought the blaze under control.

February 27, 2026Updated: February 27, 2026

By News Channel Nebraska

Fire north of Lake McConaughy contained after evacuations, highway closure

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Fire north of Lake McConaughy contained after evacuations, highway closure

Regional

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Severe storms bring damaging winds to central Nebraska

State

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Ag & Outdoor

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