Ogallala crews assist in Paxton fire response amid ongoing wildfire threat

Ogallala crews responded to multiple fires Thursday, including near Paxton, as dry conditions and wind continue to fuel wildfire danger across western Nebraska.

March 27, 2026Updated: March 27, 2026

By News Channel Nebraska

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