A deadly tornado in Enderlin, North Dakota, resulted in three fatalities.
Wind gusts reached over 100 mph, with a reported gust of 111 mph near Luverne, North Dakota.
Bemidji, Minnesota, experienced a 106-mph gust, leading to extensive damage from falling trees and power lines.
The governor of North Dakota issued a statewide disaster declaration.
On June 20, 2025, a severe weather event impacted the northern Plains, characterized by supercell thunderstorms and a powerful derecho. The event led to strong tornadoes and widespread straight-line wind damage.
The National Weather Service (NWS) sent storm survey teams to investigate the damage, with preliminary tornado ratings indicating EF-3 or higher intensity near Valley City and Enderlin, North Dakota. Bemidji, Minnesota, also suffered significant damage with wind gusts reaching 106 mph. Emergency managers reported extensive damage from falling trees and power lines, resulting in road blockages and power outages.
Flash flooding was reported in downtown Bemidji due to torrential rain, and residents were advised to prepare for long-term power outages due to infrastructure damage. Over 57,000 customers in Minnesota and over 100,000 across the northern Plains and Midwest experienced electricity outages.
Q: What caused the damage in North Dakota and Minnesota?
A powerful derecho brought tornadoes and high-speed winds.
Q: How many fatalities were reported?
Three people were killed in Enderlin, North Dakota, due to a tornado.
Q: What were the highest wind speeds recorded?
A gust of 111 mph was recorded near Luverne, North Dakota, and 106 mph in Bemidji, Minnesota.
Severe weather events like derechos can cause significant damage and pose a threat to life.
It is essential to stay informed about weather warnings and take necessary precautions.
Be prepared for potential long-term power outages and infrastructure damage following such events.
If you are in an area affected by severe weather, avoid traveling unless it is an emergency.
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