Fire shelters are a key defense for firefighters. But they don't guarantee survival

Fire shelters are a key piece of equipment for wildland firefighters, but their use doesn't ensure survival

July 2, 2026Updated: July 2, 2026

By JACK DURA

State

Alliance woman arrested in connection with her baby’s death

10 hrs 7 mins ago

Cause of Sidney structure fire under investigation

16 hrs 44 mins ago

Kimball high schooler among champion team at 4-H National Shooting Sports Championship

18 hrs 54 mins ago

Wild Horse Golf Club unveils renovated clubhouse, new short course

21 hrs ago

More than 20 buildings threatened as firefighters continue to make progress at fire near Crawford

21 hrs 2 mins ago

WNCC Foundation awarded $32K AHIMA Foundation grant

22 hrs 17 mins ago

Sports

Wild Horse Golf Club unveils renovated clubhouse, new short course

Longtime high school coach enters national hall of fame

Kearney hosts Nebraska Lions All-Star Golf Tournament, honoring state's top senior golfers

Beatrice alum, Super Bowl champ Cam Jurgens returns home to host youth football camp

Husker great runs team's volleyball clinic

A goal to spread soccer lands Omaha kids on the World Cup field

Ag & Outdoor

Outdoor notes: Birding Bowl inspires generous next step

June 20th 2026, 6:00 AM UTC

Outdoor notes: Tips for enjoying water safely this summer

June 13th 2026, 6:00 AM UTC

Outdoor notes: Rare lake sturgeon made 681-mile swim

June 6th 2026, 6:00 AM UTC

Outdoor notes: Low water affecting Nebraska boaters this summer

May 30th 2026, 6:00 AM UTC

Ag notes: Cattle placements rise 6% during April

May 29th 2026, 5:17 PM UTC

NGPC still offers grazing, haying opportunities

May 28th 2026, 7:44 PM UTC