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60 Fires reported across North Dakota over the weekend during Red Flag Warnings

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60 Fires reported across North Dakota over the weekend during Red Flag Warnings


FARGO, N.D. (Valley News Live) – The North Dakota Department of Emergency Services is reporting that crews responded to 60 fire starts over the weekend as the hot and windy conditions continue across the state.

Sunday alone saw the North Dakota Watch Center notified of 20 fires in 15 counties.

In total, over 1,100 acres of land burned over the weekend, in addition to the burning in the ongoing Turtle Mountain fire complex. Some significant fires include a 500 acre blaze Northeast of Glen Ullin, a field fire Northeast of McClusky that burned one tractor and 125 acres, and a fire southwest of Sherwood that burned an outbuilding.

Two grassfires broke out in the ongoing fire complex in the Turtle Mountain area. The total acreage estimate remains at 3,600 acres, is still active, and is anticipated to be a long-lived event.

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Several fire crews have been staged throughout the state to respond to these fires and help local crews, including the North Dakota Wildland Taskforce, North Dakota Forest Service, and a team from Colorado.



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Caution urged for drivers in North Dakota due to drifting snow

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Caution urged for drivers in North Dakota due to drifting snow


BISMARCK, ND (KXNET) — Drivers in parts North Dakota are being urged to use caution as drifting snow continues to impact road conditions.

According to the National Weather Service, strong northwest winds are creating areas of blowing and drifting snow.

That snow is sticking to previously plowed roadways, leading to slick and potentially hazardous travel conditions.

The advisory includes Burleigh County, Emmons County, Kidder County, Logan County, and McIntosh County.

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US scientists sequence 1,000 genomes from measles, a disease long eliminated with vaccines

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US scientists sequence 1,000 genomes from measles, a disease long eliminated with vaccines


This week, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention posted online its first large tranche of advanced genetic data from measles viruses spreading last year. Scientists with knowledge of the operation expect the agency to post heaps more in weeks to come, revealing whether the U.S. has lost its hard-won measles elimination status. The CDC […]



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Accumulating snow to worsen road conditions in southern part of North Dakota

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Accumulating snow to worsen road conditions in southern part of North Dakota


BISMARCK, ND (KXNET) — As the snow continues accumulating in the Bismarck/Mandan area and surrounding communities, the roads will become snow-covered and slippery.

Accumulations of 7-8 inches are expected in Bismarck, and more snow is expected further south, with as much as 9-12 inches projected to accumulate in Ashley.

The U.S. National Weather Service (NWS) is advising people to drive carefully, as blowing snow can reduce visibility and slippery roads can make it difficult to maneuver a car.

The NWS is also advising people to leave extra time for travel, have an emergency kit in their car, and tell others about their travel plans.

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Conditions are expected to improve from west to east on Saturday.



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