Federal Judge Blocks Work on Fargo-Moorhead Flood Project
A federal judge has blocked construction work on a Red River flood control project in the Fargo-Moorhead area.
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1 Hurt, Several Cars Stuck After Heavy Rains Flood Road
One man was hurt as several cars were stuck after heavy rain flooded a road near Freeport this weekend.
Weather Service Lowers Crest Prediction in Fargo
Fargo officials plan to scale back flood protection efforts after a lower Red River crest prediction by the National Weather Service. The weather service on Wednesday updated its forecast to show the range of the river peak to be between 38 and 40 feet, down a couple of feet from earlier predictions.
Red River Valley Flood Fight Ramps Up in Moorhead
Fargo's neighbors are ramping up their flood fight against the Red River. The National Weather Service last week warned residents in Fargo and Moorhead, Minn., to prepare for possible record flooding, which would likely force more than 300 homeowners in the two cities to build sandbag dikes or provide other protection.
Fargo Braces For Another Red River Crest
FARGO, N.D. (AP) — The people of Fargo are bracing for a Red River crest that could be one of the highest on record.
Despite High Water, Anton’s Staying Dry
The Sauk River is flowing over it's banks, but so far Anton's Restaurant has not been affected. Owner Patti Gaetz says, even though they have water in part of their parking lot, the restaurant is open and is staying dry.
Volunteers Sought To Help Sandbag Fargo-Moorhead
Volunteers are being asked to help the sandbagging efforts in the Fargo-Moorhead area Saturday. There are local buses scheduled to leave St. Cloud at 6:00 a.m. and return approximately 7:00 p.m. the same day. 40 volunteers are needed to fill each bus. The group will leave from the St. Cloud Holiday Inn parking lot.
St. Paul Prepared For Wednesday River Crest
The Mississippi River at St. Paul is predicted to crest at 19.2 feet on Wednesday, but city officials say they are prepared. The river is at what is considered major flood stage, but all the city's protective measures are in place up to 23 feet.
Mississippi River Rising In Downtown St. Paul
The Mississippi River is starting to cover Harriet Island near downtown St. Paul. The river has risen about five feet in the past three days to just under 18 feet in St. Paul on Sunday.
Minnesota Emergency Ops Center To Open For Flooding
The threat of widespread flooding across Minnesota is prompting officials to activate the State Emergency Operations Center.