Jul 08, 2024

Grass fire near Cozad exit on I-80 has been put out

Posted Jul 08, 2024 5:04 PM
Grass fire in the median on I-80 near Cozad (Ne 511)
Grass fire in the median on I-80 near Cozad (Ne 511)

North Platte Post

Update:

According to post on social media by Nebraska 511, the grass fire has been put out.

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Cozad, Neb. - A grass fire is taking place in the median on I-80 near Cozad just shortly after 11:00 Monday morning.

According to Nebraska 511, between MM 219 and Exit 222, drivers should be aware of a grass fire that's happening in the median near the I-80 eastbound lanes outside of Cozad. The left shoulder is closed, and drivers should stay in the right lane as crews work on the fire. 

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