Extension Wildfire Recovery Roundup
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Cooperative Extension is a key component of the land-grant mission of the University of Nebraska–Lincoln. Nebraska Extension connects university research with the people of Nebraska by delivering practical, research-based education and support. Extension professionals are based in communities across the state, including county offices and university research facilities, and work in close collaboration with local governments and partners.
While Extension is often recognized for programs such as 4-H youth development, it also plays a vital role in supporting adults, families, communities, and businesses. Especially during times of disaster recovery. In 2026, Nebraska continues to face challenging conditions, with widespread drought contributing to increased wildfire risk and impacts across rural landscapes.
This new article series, “Nebraska Recovery Roundup,” is brought to you by Nebraska Extension to provide timely, research-based information for producers and communities recovering from wildfire. Each installment will highlight available resources, current recommendations, and practical steps to support recovery and resilience.
Nebraska Extension recognizes that disaster recovery is not a single event, but a long-term process. Our role is to support communities through that process by providing science-based information that helps individuals and producers move from immediate response to short-term recovery, long-term restoration, and future preparedness.
To support this work, Extension resources are organized through two key platforms:
The Nebraska Extension Disaster Education Network (https://disaster.unl.edu/) serves as the primary entry point for Extension disaster education resources across the state. The site organizes resources into four major categories: agriculture, individuals and families, home health and safety, and businesses and communities.
The Nebraska Wildfire Recovery site (https://wildfire.unl.edu/) focuses specifically on post-fire recovery in Nebraska’s working landscapes, with information on rangeland recovery, livestock systems, infrastructure repair, and long-term land management decisions.
Together, these resources provide science-based tools and guidance to help Nebraskans make informed decisions during all stages of wildfire recovery.