Red River flooding News

America’s Farmers Brace for Another Season of Costly River Flooding

For the second year in a row, much of the U.S. is primed to suffer multi-billion dollar flood losses, with farmers already steeling themselves for planting delays. Relentless storms that have marched across the Midwest and into the South this …

Red River Flooding Concerns on the Rise in Midwest

After several dry springs, communities are keeping a wary eye on the Red River in case it’s due for another flood. The region has been soaked with double the usual amount of winter rain, sleet and snow this winter, prompting …

NWS: North Dakota Spring Snowmelt Flood Risk ‘Very Low’

The National Weather Service says the risk of noticeable flooding across North Dakota continues to drop. An updated report shows that the threat of significant and impactful snowmelt flooding is “very low” and any risk of high water would be …

SBA Disaster Assistance Available in Louisiana Due to Flooding

Low-interest federal disaster loans are still available to Louisiana businesses and residents affected by the Red River flooding that occurred May 18 through June 20. U.S. Small Business Administration Administrator Maria Contreras-Sweet says the agency declared a disaster following the …

Louisiana Farmers, Ranchers Brace for Worst Year Since 2008

Flooded fields and fickle temperatures put Louisiana farmers and ranchers in a pensive mood as they gathered here for the Farm Bureau Federation Convention, the state’s largest annual celebration of agriculture. “I’m afraid this year is a nail-biter and a …

Fargo, North Dakota, to Offer Buyouts to Residents of 56 Homes

North Dakota’s largest city is planning to offer buyouts to residents of 56 homes next year as part of a plan to protect them from Red River flooding. Fargo officials say the buyouts will likely cost about $24 million, The …