Historic downpour triggers flooding, rescues across Lincoln

Officials say runoff, not rainfall alone, is driving continued flooding risk

October 1, 2026Updated: October 1, 2026

By 10/11 NOW

Historic downpour triggers flooding, rescues across Lincoln

12000 block of Waverly Road flooding. (10/11 NOW)

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Ag & Outdoor

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