Trucking Groups Support Nebraska Wildfire Relief Efforts

By Scout Nelson

The American Trucking Associations’ Trucking Cares Foundation donated $2,500 to the Nebraska Trucking Association to support wildfire relief efforts in Nebraska.

“The devastating wildfires that have torn through western Nebraska have caused widespread property damage and disruption to daily lives, particularly for farmers and ranchers. But in the wake of this disaster, we have seen countless examples of neighbors stepping up to help,” said TCF Chairman Greg Owen, head coach of Ability Tri-Modal. “In times of need, truckers are a lifeline, delivering critical relief supplies where they are needed most. With the trucking industry being squeezed by high diesel prices, we are proud to join the Nebraska Trucking Association’s efforts to help defray truckers’ costs and enable communities to get back on their feet quickly.”

The Nebraska Trucking Association expanded its relief efforts with this support. “Having TCF join our relief effort is huge,” said NTA President and CEO, Kent Grisham. “With that donation, along with the support coming in from individuals and companies, we are now able to double our initial commitment to our Trucking Heroes Wildfire Relief Fund. We are seeing trucks roll to the devastated areas from throughout the region, some of them making many roundtrips. Rebuilding our legendary grazing territory in the sandhills of Nebraska will be a long-haul effort for everyone, but I know our trucks will keep rolling for as long as it takes, like always.”

Wildfires ignited in western Nebraska and burned across large areas of land. The fires damaged farms, ranches, homes, and fences, and they injured or killed livestock and wildlife. Many cattle were displaced, and large areas of pasture were lost.

Demand for feed and supplies remains high. Trucks are needed to transport these materials, but high fuel costs continue to slow down relief efforts.

To support transport, the Nebraska Trucking Association launched a stipend program. This program helps truckers, farmers, and ranchers cover fuel costs while delivering supplies. The stipend offers $0.50 per mile, up to 500 miles per trip. To learn more about the Nebraska Trucking Heroes Wildfire Relief Fund, or to donate, visit https://nebtrucking.com.

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