Following strong storms that moved through Lincoln early Thursday, city officials are reminding residents how to safely report storm damage and help crews respond efficiently. City officials say cleanup efforts are underway, with crews prioritizing the removal of debris from major arterial streets before moving on to residential neighborhoods.
Lincoln Transportation and Utilities reports that about 90% of the city’s traffic signals were functioning Thursday morning. Drivers are urged to treat intersections with non-functioning signals as four-way stops. Signals that are flashing yellow, flashing red, or completely dark may be affected by storm-related power outages.
Residents are also encouraged to remain alert for broken or partially detached tree limbs that may still be hanging in trees and could fall without warning. Residents are being asked to report debris blocking city streets or sidewalks to the Lincoln Police Department’s non-emergency line at 402-441-6000. Residents should not call 911 for debris reports…