Massive tornado damages buildings near Watertown, South Dakota
A powerful tornado touched down west of Watertown, South Dakota on July 27, 2025, destroying multiple structures and creating dramatic visuals.
Homes destroyed near Kadoka as tornadoes rip through South Dakota and Minnesota, U.S.
Multiple tornadoes ripped through South Dakota and Minnesota on June 28, 2025, causing widespread damage. Over 50 000 customers were left without power as the storms ripped through the region.
Red Flag Warning in effect for South Dakota, Nebraska, Kansas, Iowa and Missouri
A Red Flag Warning is in effect from South Dakota to southwestern Missouri, including much of Iowa, Nebraska, and parts of Kansas. The warning will remain in effect from 10:00 to 20:00 CST on Friday, February 28, 2025.
Historic floods in Midwest cause severe damage to farmlands
Flooding has affected millions of acres of farmland in Minnesota, South Dakota, and Iowa, causing severe damage to the farmlands and farming communities of the most crucial regions of U.S. crop production. Experts estimate a reduction of almost 1 214 100 ha (3 million acres) worth of soybean and corn crops.
Record rainfall causes devastating floods in Upper Midwest, 1 dead in South Dakota
South Dakota’s governor Kristi Noem confirmed one death on June 23, 2024, as record rainfall caused devastating floods across the Upper Midwest from June 22 to 24. Torrential rains across the region led to record-breaking river levels, extensive property damage, and evacuations. Iowa and Minnesota have declared emergencies, with Iowa’s floods surpassing 1993 levels. Numerous rivers, including the Big Sioux, are at historic highs, forcing evacuations and emergency rescues. Authorities warn that more rain could exacerbate the already severe flooding.
Flooding on James River persists for more than a year, South Dakota
Flooding on James River in South Dakota has been persisting for more than a year now. During the 2019 flood season, the water levels reached 4.9 m (16.2 feet)– its highest since 2010. This spring, forecasters are expecting major to moderate inundations in 23…
Large late-night tornado, strong straight-line winds hit Sioux Falls, causing significant damage, South Dakota
A large, late-night tornado hit south and central Sioux Falls, South Dakota around 23:41 LT on Tuesday, September 10, 2019 (04:41 UTC, September 11), causing significant damage and power outages. Residents were asked to stay out of roads and call 911 only in…
Very rare ‘anticyclonic’ tornado hits Deuel County, South Dakota
A rare anticyclonic tornado touched down about 3.4 km (5.5 miles) northeast of Estelline, South Dakota during the evening hours of June 15, 2019. The EF-0 tornado lasted less than a minute and knocked down 7 trees at a farmstead. It was moving in an easterly…
Large and deadly wildfires strike Texas, Kansas, Oklahoma and Colorado
At least four people have died in Texas Panhandle where wildfires scorched more than 130 000 hectares (320 000 acres) and prompted mandatory evacuations. Large grass fires are also affecting Colorado, Kansas and Oklahoma, some of which are also forcing evacuations….
Record breaking snowfall marks the beginning of winter for South Dakota, Iowa
A strong winter storm that has been lingering over the US northern Plains for several days, brought record breaking snowfall to South Dakota, Iowa on November 30, 2015. Dry grounds have welcomed the much-needed moisture, and the snow blanket is expected to melt over…
