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Emergency flood shelters established in Norfolk area

Posted at 10:26 AM, Mar 14, 2019
and last updated 2019-03-14 12:39:28-04

OMAHA, Neb. (KMTV) — Due to rising water levels in the Elkhorn River near Norfolk, several flood shelters have been established in the area for people being evacuated.

Shelters have been established in the following locations:

-Madison City Auditorium
-Tilden Fire Hall
-Battle Creek Fire Hall
-Newman Grove Fire Hall
-Meadow Grove Fire Hall
-Lutheran High Northeast in Norfolk

People headed to shelters are advised to bring sleeping bags, cots and personal items such as medications.

If you have questions or concerns, you can call Emergency Operations of the Norfolk area at 402-844-2241.