Stanton County EMA

08/30/2026

August 31 is International Overdose Awareness Day.

Today we remember the lives lost to overdose, the families and friends who have been affected, and those who are still fighting.

From an emergency response standpoint, one of the simplest things we can do is be prepared. Knowing the signs of an opioid overdose and having Narcan available can save a life.

Signs of an overdose can include:
• Not waking up or responding
• Slow, shallow, or stopped breathing
• Blue or gray lips/fingertips
• Gurgling or choking sounds
• Pinpoint pupils

If you think someone may be experiencing an overdose, call 911 and give Narcan if you have it. Stay with the person until help arrives.

Did you know Nebraska residents can get Narcan FREE?

Stop Overdose Nebraska can help you find participating pharmacies across the state, and there is also an option to have a box mailed to a Nebraska address.

👉 https://stopodne.com/

You don’t have to personally know someone struggling with opioid use to carry Narcan. You never know when you may be in the right place at the right time to save someone’s life.

Be prepared. Carry Narcan. Save a life.

08/30/2026

🚨Attention Cuming County Residents! 🚨

Please be aware that approximately 30 head of cattle are loose between 20 A link and Highway 9 on Highway 51.

If you see any cattle on or near the roadway please use caution, and contact the Cuming County Sheriff’s Office at 402-372-6019.

Please share to help spread the word and keep everyone safe! Thanks!

08/30/2026

08/25/2026

There is a chance for a few strong to marginally severe thunderstorms Tuesday afternoon and evening. Hail and damaging winds are the main concerns with any storms that develop.

08/24/2026

🚨 Public Screenings 🚨
We will be at the Stanton VFW August 26th at 11 am in Stanton for free Blood Pressure and Eye Screening.
Stop in to see us and get yours done!

08/23/2026

Thunder by the River | Wisner

Stanton County Emergency Management is supporting public safety operations for Thunder by the River in Wisner.

Prior to the event, Emergency Management and our public safety partners conducted an operational briefing and reviewed the Incident Action Plan (IAP). The IAP establishes personnel assignments and contact information, radio communications, weather monitoring and severe weather procedures, missing child protocols, a designated LifeNet landing zone, and an event map with clearly identified parking areas and access points.

Throughout the event, Stanton County Emergency Management will monitor weather conditions and radio communications, maintain situational awareness, and assist with coordination should an incident occur.

Events such as Thunder by the River highlight the importance of strong working relationships between Emergency Management, law enforcement, fire, and EMS. Planning and communicating together before an event helps ensure that each agency understands its role and that resources can be coordinated efficiently when they are needed.

We appreciate our law enforcement, fire and rescue, EMS, event personnel, and other partners for their continued cooperation and commitment to keeping the community and those attending the event safe.

08/22/2026

🚨 TODAY IS THE DAY! 🚨

The Stanton Fire & Rescue Back to School Bash is finally here! 🎒🚒💦

Join us today from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at East Park, located along Douglas Street near the swimming pool.

Come hungry and ready for an afternoon filled with:

🎯 Games
🚒 Fire truck and ambulance rides
🎁 Prizes and giveaways
🌭 Hot dogs, chips, and all the fixings—provided by our friends at Kay’s Marketplace
💦 Plenty of wet and wild fun!

We can’t wait to see everyone today! Don’t forget—prepare to get wet and have a blast! 💦🔥🚑

08/22/2026

We are very excited to have Paige join our staff and volunteer as our Medical Coordinator! We are really looking forward to working with her and encouraging her as she is working to obtain her EMT license to help with our friends at Stanton Fire and Rescue! Welcome to the team, Paige! You’re going to do amazing things!!

Paige has already been a huge help with us this weekend as we are managing the Mobile Operations Center for Thunder by the River in Wisner! If you are at the event this weekend, stop by and say hello!! We would love to see ya!