Nebraska Governor Jim Pillen authorized a crewed military helicopter to assist in Sioux City, Iowa flood search and rescue efforts via the Emergency Management Assistance Compact.

Nebraska Governor Jim Pillen authorized a crewed military helicopter to assist with search and rescue efforts in flood-hit Sioux City, Iowa. Four Nebraska National Guard members departed and will operate through Monday, aiding Iowa's National Guard troops already on the ground. The request came via the Emergency Management Assistance Compact, which allows mutual aid between states with governor authorization.

June 22, 2024
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