LINCOLN, Neb. (KLKN) — The Nebraska Department of Correctional Services is continuing cleanup following extensive storm damage to the Nebraska State Penitentiary.
Around 5:15 a.m. Saturday, high winds from the severe storm that swept through Lincoln tore much of the roof off of two housing units at the prison.
There were no reported injuries, and all 387 impacted inmates were safely relocated.
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“In corrections, we train for the unexpected,” said Director Rob Jeffreys. “The team at NSP and across NDCS came together quickly and immediately worked to make sure everyone was safe during and after this natural disaster. While many of our staff were facing damage to their own homes, they still showed up to keep their teammates, the population and Nebraska safe. This weekend was a testament to the team’s commitment to the NDCS mission: Keep people safe.”
Officials said the storm impacted two dormitory-style housing units at the prison.
Staff moved 250 individuals to the gym and other available housing at the prison.
The remaining 137 inmates were relocated to gyms at the Omaha Correctional Center and the Tecumseh State Correctional Institution.
Contractors will begin identifying the extent of the damage on Monday. According to NDCS, initial estimates indicate repairs will take at least one month.
Visits remain cancelled at the prison on Sunday. Information for friends and family of impacted inmates can be found on the prison’s website.
