Fast-moving wildfire spreads from Morrill County into Arthur County amid powerful winds

A fast-moving wildfire that began in Morrill County has burned through Garden County and is now entering Arthur County as powerful winds continue across the Nebraska Panhandle.

March 12, 2026Updated: March 13, 2026

By News Channel Nebraska

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Fast-moving wildfire spreads from Morrill County into Arthur County amid powerful winds

Regional

CSC alum highlights power of everyday juries in defining reasonableness

Workers' strike at one of the largest US meatpacking plants will continue for a 3rd week

Fire danger peaks Saturday in Nebraska; elevated risk continues through weekend

As fires spread near Ashby, communities step up to help evacuees

State

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