Blizzard — Logan, North Dakota

1997-01-15 to 1997-01-16 · Logan, North Dakota

Wider weather episode

The 3rd blizzard to hit North Dakota in less than 3 weeks affected mainly the east-central and eastern part of the state. Again, like the previous blizzard, the winds was the major weather factor. Wind gusts at times were over 50 mph. This created widespread blowing and drifting snow. All major roads in the area were closed again for the 3rd time this year. In Logan Co. the machine shed that is used by the Logan Co. Historical Society to store antiques was damaged by the roof falling in. With the severity of the blowing and drifting snow, roads that were just opened from the last storm were once again blown shut. This lead to the death of a 71 yr. old Fredonia(Logan Co.) man. He suffered a heart attack at his farm, and was able to call 911 for help. However, the ambulance couldn't get to him because of the blocked roads. A 57 yr old man from Napoleon(Logan Co.) also suffered a heart attack on his farm and passed away before assistance could get to him. Injuries and dollar damage amounts estimated.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 5587356. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.