15 Things Everyone In Nebraska Should Avoid At All Costs
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Delana Lefevers
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All in all, Nebraska is a pretty great place to live. But like any other place, there are a some things here you’ll want to steer clear of. Whether you live in Nebraska, are thinking of moving here, or are just planning a visit, these are the things you should avoid if at all possible.
You'd think this would be a one-time mistake since it's so painful, but plenty of us continue to make it every summer.
If you're lucky, the store will look like this when you get there. If you get there 30 minutes after the rush, the shelves will pretty much be bare.
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Depending on where you are, you could wait for hours before someone else drives by...or walk for hours before you find a gas station...or just cry a lot because there's no cell phone reception.
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Not only are you more likely to have a high-speed blowout - you'll have a really hard time driving in wet, icy, or snowy conditions. Get out a penny and check those treads!
This year alone, there were so many property damaging grass fires because people burned trash or leaves - or started controlled burns - without the proper safety precautions. Prairie winds can quickly take a little spark and turn it into a huge fire.
You're likely to be mistaken for a deer...and that would make for a REALLY bad day.
There are rattlers out there! Pay attention to where you put your feet.
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Especially after a rain, and double especially if you aren't used to driving on gravel. And always be sure to watch out for deer, too!
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It might look shallow, you might think your sedan can make it through, but if you try to drive through the deep flood water there's a good chance your car will stall. And if water gets into your engine and stays there, the news won't be great for your car.
Storms are always fun to watch, but you have to know what to do when stuff gets real. Have a safe place to ride out the storm - and a few emergency supplies are always a good idea, too.
The dreaded ground blizzard happens when there's snow or ice on the ground and strong winds whip it around, creating a total white-out around you. It's one of the scariest things that can happen while you're driving.
Just kidding - you can't avoid it! Just learn to handle it with minimal rage.
The stadium famously becomes the third-largest "city" in the state when the Huskers are playing there.
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Those guys up there? They're serious about their football team, and there are soooo many of them. If you can't say anything nice about the Huskers, it's best to just not say anything about them.
We have so much more to do here than most people expect. There's no reason to be bored - whether you live here or you're just passing through.
Go ahead and chime in, Nebraska – what are some other things people in our lovely state should stay away from if they can?
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