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 820925). Narrative written by NWS staff at the time of the event.
This event is one of many recorded floods in Hand County. See the full FEMA flood zone map, NFIP claim totals, and disaster history for the area.