Cold right now?
Emergency (very cold, confused, gas smell, CO alarm): call 911.
Warming centers and shelter: call 211 (24/7) or 211.org. Many cities also use 311.

Heating help in Nebraska

Help paying for heat (LIHEAP)

Call: 1-800-383-4278
Apply or learn more
Weatherization help
Who qualifies: 150% Federal Poverty Level Weatherization: 200% Federal Poverty Line
When to apply: Heating: October 1 - March 31; Cooling: June 1 - August 31; Crisis: Year-round; Weatherization: Year-round
Full HHS profile for Nebraska

Winter shutoff protections

Protected months: No
Protected on cold days: No
Extra protection for illness, age, or disability: Yes

These rules usually cover state-regulated utilities, and often not co-ops, city utilities, or propane and oil delivery. You still owe the bill.

Utility problem? Try the utility first, then the Nebraska Public Service Commission: 402-471-3101 or 800-526-0017.

Anywhere in the U.S.: the energy help line is 1-866-674-6327. LIHEAP never charges a fee to apply.

Heater and carbon monoxide safety

Warmth is a free tool from L8Stage, a nonprofit. It has no ads and no tracking. It is not a government site. Details come from the federal LIHEAP Clearinghouse (HHS) and can change, so confirm with the agency. Checked 2026-09-30.