NSP helps dozens of drivers during latest winter storm

The latest winter storm kept troopers with the Nebraska State Patrol busy. 

NSP said troopers helped nearly 125 drivers during the storm, and responded to 21 crashes. Troopers also assisted other agencies with 29 incidents. 

“We certainly hope that this is the last blast for winter,” said Colonel John Bolduc, Superintendent of the Nebraska State Patrol. “But our troopers and dispatchers were ready and answered the call once again, as they’ve done many times over the last several months.”

The snow dumped more than a foot of snow in some portions of the state, closing portions of I-80 throughout Thursday. 

“We’d especially like to salute the team from the Nebraska Department of Transportation (NDOT),” Bolduc said. “NDOT crews continue to exceed expectations in adverse conditions. The quick decision making to close specific roadways during dangerous weather conditions has undoubtedly prevented crashes.”

NSP encourages drivers in those areas to check Nebraska 511 for the latest updates on road conditions.

Any driver who needs assistance on the road can call *55 from any cell phone to reach the NSP Highway Helpline.