Feb. 8, 2024 (Lincoln, Neb.) — Today, Governor Pillen along with the Nebraska Department of
Transportation (NDOT) recognized Nebraska’s Snow Fighters with Snow Fighter Recognition
Week Feb. 12 to Feb. 16.
“Safety is always a priority at the Nebraska Department of Transportation. The commitment our Snow
Fighters have each and every storm is a testament to the dedication to safety of the traveling public.”
says Vicki Kramer, NDOT Director. “In 2023, our Snow Fighters spent over 200,000 hours clearing over
3 million lane miles. In 2024, our Snow Fighters have continued to serve Nebraska by clearing
roads and runways at our airports to continue to help Nebraskans and our visitors travel across the
state.”
Today, Governor Pillen signed a proclamation declaring Snow Fighter Recognition Week as
Feb. 12 to Feb. 16 to serve as a reminder for everyone on the critical importance of winter snow
operations before, during and after storms.
“Snow Fighters Recognition Week provides an opportunity to thank those public servants who spend
countless hours in the cabs of snow plows and snow blowers during the winter months,” said Governor
Pillen. “When the need arises, they clear our roadways, ensuring that Nebraskans get to their
destinations as safely as possible.”
“The snow fight effort is a successful illustration of local and state government working together to
overcome adversity when disaster strikes,” says Erv Portis, NEMA Assistant Director. “Multiple counties
needed and requested assistance because they were overwhelmed by the magnitude of this blizzard.
Governor Pillen’s disaster declaration gave the state a strategy to bring together resources and provide
access to Nebraska’s agriculture and livestock, producers, and facilities.”
NDOT reminds drivers to slow down when approaching a plow, never pass on the right, and to give the
Snow Fighter space as you pass them. Be patient, stay alert, and give operators room to work.
Visit 511.nebraska.gov for a real-time look at Nebraska traffic. Stay safe – plan ahead, follow detours,
and always remember buckle up, phone down.
Photos from today’s event are available here: https://flic.kr/s/aHBqjBds4o
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Contact:
Jeni Campana, (402) 479-4512
