Low-Pressure System Brings Rain, Gusty Winds to Fargo
Heavy rain and strong winds sweep the Northern Plains, with Election Day Tuesday also under a First Alert.
Fargo Weather and Disaster News
For readers in Fargo, this page covers severe weather conditions, natural disasters, and the safety and recovery efforts following major events. Reporting follows active threats, emergency alerts and the aftermath of significant weather patterns.
Emergency Response
Crash on I-94 in Fargo Slows Morning Traffic
A two-vehicle rear-end accident occurred near the 25th Street South exit, resulting in one ambulance transport.
Safety
Live Poll
Do you feel adequately informed about emergency warning system tests in your community?
Fargo Will Test Outdoor Emergency Warning Sirens
The city will evaluate individual sirens on Tuesday before conducting a full monthly system test on Wednesday.
Severe Weather
Flash Flooding Struck 32nd Avenue in Fargo
Severe weather led to localized flooding that left three vehicles stranded on Monday.
Natural Disasters
Live Poll
Do you believe public figures should be held strictly accountable for careless social media comments?
Columnist Apologizes for 1997 Flood Reference
Mike McFeely issued an apology after a social media comment about the historic Grand Forks disaster.
Coverage takes in seasonal storm tracking, flood mitigation, wildfire threats, and emergency response operations. It reaches across the city and the communities around it. In this area, long winters and spring melt cycles often create unique risks for flooding and infrastructure stress. Temperature fluctuations and the intensity of seasonal storms remain the primary drivers of the news cycle here.