Flash Flood — Barnes, North Dakota

2025-08-05 · near Valley City Arpt, Barnes, North Dakota

Event narrative

Flash flooding reported in Valley City, ND.

Wider weather episode

A cluster of thunderstorms produced heavy rain and localized flash flooding over parts of southeast North Dakota during the evening. A wake low developed as this complex moved east with widespread 50 to 55 mph winds reported, and one brief high wind report of 58 mph at Fargo Airport.

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Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1282394. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.