FEMA Authorizes Funds to Fight North Dakota’s Bear Den and Elk Horn Fires
FEMA Authorizes Funds to Fight North Dakota’s Bear Den and Elk Horn Fires DENVER – This evening, FEMA authorized the use of federal funds to help with firefighting costs for the Bear Den Fire and the Elk Horn Fire, burning in McKenzie County and on the Fort Berthold Reservation. FEMA Region 8 Deputy Administrator Katherine Fox approved the state’s request for a federal Fire Management Assistance Grant (FMAG) for each fire after receiving the request this afternoon and determining that the fire threatened such destruction that it would constitute a major disaster. At the time of the request, the Bear
Heat Advisory issued June 22 at 12:09AM CDT until June 22 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS North Platte NE
* WHAT...Heat index values up to 100 expected. * WHERE...Custer and Frontier Counties. * WHEN...From 10 AM this morning to 7 PM CDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The old Heat Advisory has expired, with no heat impacts expected overnight. A new Heat Advisory goes into effect late morning.
Extreme Heat Warning issued June 20 at 2:48PM CDT until June 22 at 12:00AM CDT by NWS North Platte NE
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 106. * WHERE...Boyd, Garfield, Holt, and Wheeler Counties. * WHEN...Until midnight CDT Saturday Night. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events.
Heat Advisory issued June 20 at 2:48PM CDT until June 22 at 12:00AM CDT by NWS North Platte NE
* WHAT...Heat index values up to 102. * WHERE...Portions of central, north central, southwest, and west central Nebraska. * WHEN...Until midnight CDT /11 PM MDT/ Saturday Night. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Temperatures tonight will remain mild with lows only falling into the low to middle 70s. Even warmer temperatures are expected Saturday night as lows remain in the middle to upper 70s across the Advisory area. This will limit relief for many who lack adequate shelter.
Extreme Heat Warning issued June 19 at 1:37PM CDT until June 22 at 12:00AM CDT by NWS North Platte NE
* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 105 expected. * WHERE...Boyd, Garfield, Holt, and Wheeler Counties. * WHEN...From 11 AM Friday to midnight CDT Saturday Night. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events.
FEMA Approves $5.9 Million for North Dakota Department of Emergency Services
FEMA Approves $5.9 Million for North Dakota Department of Emergency Services DENVER – FEMA approved $5.9 million in Public Assistance funding to North Dakota Department of Emergency Services (NDDES). The aid comes as part of President Biden’s major disaster declaration issued in response to the severe winter storms, high winds, and flooding in 2022. This $5.9 million in FEMA funding reimburses NDDES for administrative and other response and recovery costs during the 2022 severe winter storm and flooding disaster. This funding covers 100 percent of the eligible costs. FEMA has now approved more than $72.1 million in Public Assistance funds
Heat Advisory issued June 18 at 2:53PM CDT until June 22 at 12:00AM CDT by NWS North Platte NE
* WHAT...Heat index values of 100 to 105 degrees expected. * WHERE...Portions of central, north central, southwest, and west central Nebraska. * WHEN...From 10 AM CDT /9 AM MDT/ Friday to midnight CDT /11 PM MDT/ Saturday Night. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses.
Flood Advisory issued June 18 at 8:38AM CDT until June 20 at 1:00PM CDT by NWS North Platte NE
...The Flood Advisory continues for the following rivers in Nebraska... North Platte River at North Platte affecting Lincoln County. For the North Platte River...including North Platte...elevated river levels are forecast. * WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues. * WHERE...North Platte River at North Platte. * WHEN...Until early Friday afternoon. * IMPACTS...At 6.0 feet, Minor flood stage. Minor flooding begins in low lying and agricultural areas along the south bank of the North Platte River. Flooding of yards between the golf course and Buffalo Bill Campground are possible. Minor water intrusions into low lying areas of Cody Park in North Platte
Flood Advisory issued June 17 at 4:32PM CDT until June 20 at 1:00PM CDT by NWS North Platte NE
...The National Weather Service in North Platte has issued a Flood Advisory for the following rivers in Nebraska... North Platte River at North Platte affecting Lincoln County. For the North Platte River below Kingsley Dam, including North Platte...minor flooding is forecast. * WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected. * WHERE...North Platte River at North Platte. * WHEN...From this afternoon to early Friday afternoon. * IMPACTS...At 6.3 feet, Minor flooding continues along the south side of the river. Homes in rural areas may begin to experience septic issues, with flooding of crawl spaces and cellars possible. Water begins to back
Special Weather Statement issued June 17 at 12:19AM CDT by NWS North Platte NE
At 1219 AM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 11 miles northwest of Taylor, moving east at 30 mph. HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph and nickel size hail. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Minor hail damage to vegetation is possible. Locations impacted include... Burwell, Taylor, Calamus Reservoir State Recreation Area, Almeria Meadow State Wildlife Management Area, Virginia Smith Dam, Hannamon Bayou Campground, Kent Diversion Dam State Wildlife Management Area, Homestead Knolls Campground, Horseshoe Bend Lake, Almeria, Nunda Shoal Campground, Deverre, Valley View Flat Campground, and Gables. This includes