Weather Update: No Drought Relief in Sight and Fire Danger Risk Will Continue

March 19, 2026

Weather Update: No Drought Relief in Sight and Fire Danger Risk Will Continue

By Eric Hunt - Agricultural Meteorology and Climate Resilience Extension Educator

Nebraska drought map showing widespread severe drought, with areas of extreme drought in central, western and northeast regions; most of state affected.

Warm, dry and windy conditions will keep fire danger high across Nebraska — with no meaningful moisture expected until at least early April. Producers should stay alert for wildfire risk and equipment-related fires.

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