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Flood — Lyman, SD

Apr 1, 2019

The continuation of snowmelt from a much above normal snowfall winter combined with a historic heavy snow/blizzard in mid-April resulted in widespread flooding across central and northeast South Dakota. Countless roads along with thousands of acres of cropland were flooded throughout April. Impacts include damaged roads, culverts, and bridges, and livestock, homes, and businesses were affected. Delayed planting resulted across all of the region as well. Cattle and calves were stressed by the col

Source: NOAA National Weather Service Storm Events Database (event 819592). Narrative written by NWS staff at the time of the event.

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