Heading to Haymarket Park or Memorial Stadium this week to watch the Savannah Bananas in Lincoln?
Don't slip up, plan ahead! Check Nebraska 511 before hitting the road to plan your route and see potential travel impacts along the way.
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- It's National Secure Your Load Day! Follow these steps to secure your cargo: - Secure with rope, netting, or straps - Tie large objects directly to vehicle or trailer - Consider covering cargo with tarp or netting - Don't overload your vehicle or trailer - Check load is secure
- First pitch for the 2026 Men's College World Series is one week away! Make a game plan with Nebraska 511 so you don't miss out on the action. Get real-time travel information, plan your route, and more. Smarter driving starts with 511.
- It's Nebraska Wildflower Week! Did you know NDOT uses native seed mixes on construction and maintenance projects statewide? Last year, NDOT planted more than 350 acres of high diversity native seed along Nebraska's roads. These mixes include native wildflowers and forbs.
- See crews on the side of the road? Slow down, stay alert, and keep your phone down. This crew is patching and repairing pavement on N-61 south of Ogallala. Help keep them safe by paying attention behind the wheel.
- TRAFFIC ALERT: A multi-vehicle crash on Interstate 80 near Ogallala is causing traffic delays. I-80 westbound lanes near Mile Marker 119 are expected to open soon, but the eastbound lanes will likely remain closed for several hours. Check 511.Nebraska.gov for the latest.
- Memorial Day is here! While today may include barbecues, road trips, and trips to the lake, it also marks the start of the “100 Deadliest Days” for teen drivers. Before teens hit the road this summer, talk with them about safe driving habits. One safe decision can save a life.
- Memorial Day weekend is one of the busiest travel times of the year. If your plans include celebrating with friends and family, make sure getting home safely is part of the plan too. Remember to: • Wear your seat belt • Keep the phone down • Plan a sober ride home
- With more motorcyclists on the road, remember to look twice and save a life. Motorcycles are smaller and harder to see, so always check carefully before turning or changing lanes. Let’s work together to make sure everyone makes it home safe.
- With the potential for severe storms, there is a chance of flooding across parts of the state tonight. If you come across a flooded roadway, turn around, don’t drown! Check Nebraska 511 before traveling and monitor conditions along your route.
- With severe weather expected across parts of the state tonight through Monday, make sure to plan ahead before hitting the road. Check Nebraska 511 to monitor road conditions, closures, and travel alerts. Stay weather-aware and use caution while traveling.
- NDOT HSO has awarded funding to 43 law enforcement agencies across the state for the Make It Click seat belt enforcement campaign. From May 15-31, officers will conduct high-visibility enforcement to help increase seat belt use and reduce crashes on Nebraska roadways.
- Closure alert for Custer County! N-21 is closed in both directions between N-40 and N-2 near Broken Bow due to a brush fire. Please avoid the area and check 511.nebraska.gov for updates.
UPDATE-- N-21 is now open.