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Washington Post
23-06-2025
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- Washington Post
Weekend tornadoes kill 6 in North Dakota and New York, toss trees and train cars
BISMARCK, N.D. — Two tornadoes that killed six people in North Dakota and New York each had wind speeds topping 100 mph and caused brief but widespread damage as they tore through largely rural areas, officials said. Three people, all in their 70s and 80s, died in rural Enderlin, North Dakota, during a storm that struck late Friday and early Saturday, the Cass County Sheriff's Office said. Three others, including twin 6-year-old sisters, died Sunday in a storm that struck the hamlet of Clark Mills in central New York, the Oneida County Sheriff's Office said.
Al Arabiya
23-06-2025
- Climate
- Al Arabiya
Weekend Tornadoes Kill 6 in North Dakota and New York, Toss Trees and Train Cars
Two tornadoes with wind speeds over 100 mph caused widespread damage and fatalities in North Dakota and New York. Three people in their 70s and 80s died in rural Enderlin, North Dakota, during a storm late Friday and early Saturday. Three others, including twin 6-year-old sisters, died Sunday in a storm that hit Clark Mills in central New York. The National Weather Service gave preliminary ratings of EF-2 to EF-3, or potentially higher, for three North Dakota tornadoes–meaning wind speeds of 111 to 165 mph. EF-3 and stronger ranges are uncommon but possible in the Northern Plains, said meteorologist Jacob Spender. The tornadoes uprooted trees, tossed train cars, and damaged houses. A derecho also crossed the state. Page, North Dakota, Mayor Jim Heidorn said half the town's trees are gone. Cleanup may last all summer. Kylie Weber's rural home near Oriska lost a bedroom window, a door, part of the roof, and a grain bin. Thousands lacked power Monday. Having multiple severe weather alerts, like smartphones and radios, is crucial, Spender said, especially for remote areas where nighttime storms can be dangerous. A 105 mph tornado touched down in upstate New York before dawn Sunday, killing three people. The EF-1 tornado traveled over two miles, reaching a width of 300 yards, from Clark Mills to North Clinton. Falling trees killed the twins and another person. The tornado also destroyed a historic grist mill.
The Independent
23-06-2025
- Climate
- The Independent
Weekend tornadoes kill 6 in North Dakota and New York, toss trees and train cars
Two tornadoes that killed six people in North Dakota and New York each had wind speeds topping 100 mph and caused brief but widespread damage as they tore through largely rural areas, officials said. Three people, all in their 70s and 80s, died in rural Enderlin, North Dakota, during a storm that struck late Friday and early Saturday, the Cass County Sheriff's Office said. Three others, including twin 6-year-old sisters, died Sunday in a storm that struck the hamlet of Clark Mills in central New York, the Oneida County Sheriff's Office said. The National Weather Service gave preliminary ratings of EF-2 to EF-3 or potentially higher for three tornadoes that struck eastern North Dakota — meaning wind speeds of 111 to 135 mph (179 to 217 kph) and 136 to 165 mph (219 to 266 kph), respectively, with varying severity of damage. EF-3 and stronger ranges are not usual for the Northern Plains, National Weather Service Meteorologist Jacob Spender said. 'As we go higher on the scale, it's not as common but they can still happen,' he said. The tornadoes uprooted numerous trees, tossed train cars and damaged houses, Spender said. The night included supercells in southeastern North Dakota and a derecho — a powerful windstorm — that tore across the state to the east. The wind lashed little Page, North Dakota, population 250, for over an hour, ravaging trees, roofs and structures, Mayor Jim Heidorn said. Half the town's trees are gone, he said. Cleanup might stretch throughout the summer. Kylie Weber was hunkering down with her family and some friends at her family's rural home near Oriska when the storm sucked her bedroom window out of the wall, blew the room's door off its hinges and ripped off part of the roof, she said. Their farm also lost a grain bin, among other damage. Thousands of people were still without power Monday. Having numerous ways to be alerted to severe weather is crucial, such as by smartphone and radio, Spender said. Many people vacation at lakes in remote areas in summer, and nighttime storms can be especially dangerous because people can't see what's coming, he said. The Weather Service confirmed that a tornado packing 105 mph (169 kph) winds touched down in upstate New York before dawn Sunday during severe thunderstorms. The tornado was blamed for the deaths of three people. The EF-1 tornado was on the ground for more than 2 miles (3 kilometers) and was about 300 yards (274 meters) wide at its peak as it spun from Clark Mills to North Clinton in Oneida County, west of Utica, the Weather Service said. Trees fell on three homes, killing twin 6-year-old girls in one and a person in another, officials and the Weather Service said. The twister also destroyed a historic grist mill along Oriskany Creek. The Weather Service said the thunderstorms also produced high winds that caused other scattered damage. ___ Associated Press reporter Dave Collins contributed from Hartford, Connecticut.
Yahoo
22-06-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
North Dakota tornadoes leave 3 dead, extensive damage
The Brief Tornadoes that swept through the region left three people dead in North Dakota. The Cass County Sheriff's Office said two men and a woman died in two separate locations near the town of Enderlin, about 57 miles southwest of Fargo. The storms knocked out power to 24,000 customers in North Dakota. ENDERLIN, NORTH DAKOTA (FOX 9) - A tornado that swept through North Dakota left two men and a woman dead while also leaving thousands without power. Deaths in Enderlin The National Weather Service (NWS) in Grand Forks confirmed that two of the deaths were attributed to a tornado that hit a home about three miles east of Enderlin in Cass County near the border with Ransom County. NWS teams have assigned preliminary tornado ratings based on damage for three confirmed tornadoes: West of Valley City, North Dakota: at least EF-3 South of Valley City, North Dakota: at least EF-2 Enderlin, North Dakota area: at least EF-3 The Cass County Sheriff's Office reports that two people were found dead at a home in rural Enderlin after a tornado hit the area. A third person was then found dead by the Enderlin Fire Department. The Associated Press reports that about 24,000 customers were without power in North Dakota. The storm was part of a larger system that also dropped hail across the upper Midwest. Extensive damage in Bemidji Beltrami County Emergency Management said that it issued a tornado warning for the southern part of the county, which includes Bemidji, just after midnight. However, no tornado sightings were reported in the area. A national weather service team is in the Bemidji area, but has not yet provided any updates. READ MORE: Severe storms cause damage in MN, leave people dead in North Dakota Wind gusts of 106 mph were recorded at about 12:55 a.m. at the Bemidji Regional Airport. Rain and flash flooding then left many vehicles stalled in downtown Bemidji. No injuries have been reported, but widespread power outages and damaged infrastructure impacted many area residents. Crews are also working to clear downed trees obstructing roadways. Anyone needing assistance can go to the Sanford Convention Center at 1111 Events Center Drive NE and use the convention center entrance near The Tavern, not the arena entrance. The Source This story uses information from the Associated Press and the Cass County Sheriff's Office.
Yahoo
22-06-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
At Least 3 People Dead After Tornado Rips Through Small City in North Dakota
At least three people are dead in Enderlin, N.D., after a tornado tore through the small city on Friday, June 20 The victims include two men and one woman, whom first responders were 'familiar' with, according to local authorities Severe weather hit other areas in North Dakota and MinnesotaAt least three people are dead after severe thunderstorms and tornadoes tore through parts of North Dakota. Police were dispatched to a residence in Enderlin, a small city on the eastern side of the state, at approximately 11:40 p.m. on Friday, June 20, per a statement released by the Cass County Sheriff's Office. Once police arrived, they were informed by the Enderlin Fire Department that storm chasers had located 'two deceased people' on the scene. Fire officials were soon dispatched to an additional location, where a third body was found, per the statement. Deputies found 'extensive damage to the area' and conducted welfare checks on local residents, per authorities. In a press conference on Saturday, June 21, Cass County Sheriff Jesse Jahner said that two of the victims were men and one was a woman, adding that all were adults. He also said that local fire officials responded to the scenes while the storm was 'still active,' and stated that the responders were 'familiar' with the victims. Chief of the Enderlin Sheldon Fire Department, Jon Anderson, added that about 10 homes in the area were destroyed. Never miss a story — sign up for to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from celebrity news to compelling human interest stories. Storms also ripped through parts of Minnesota, per a press release from the Beltrami County Emergency Management Office shared to Facebook. The office stated that there was 'significant damage' around the city, including widespread power outages and numerous blocked roads. No deaths or injuries have been reported, per the statement. PEOPLE reached out to the Cass County Sheriff's Office, the Enderlin Sheldon Fire Department and the Beltrami County Emergency Management Office on Saturday, June 21, but did not receive immediate responses. In the wake of the severe weather, approximately 20,700 people in North Dakota and 21,000 people in Minnesota were left without power as of the early afternoon on June 21, according to Read the original article on People
