BISMARCK – Agriculture Commissioner Doug Goehring has received personal reports of extensive damage to agricultural infrastructure in the wake of the strong storm system that went through North Dakota Friday evening, producing tornadoes, strong winds and hail.
“My sympathies are with those in Enderlin that experienced the tragic loss of friends, neighbors and loved ones,” Goehring said. “We are saddened by the losses and devastation caused to many of our communities throughout the state.”
“I have received reports of extensive damage to farms, grain handling systems, grain bins, equipment in buildings and irrigation systems, as well as significant damage to powerlines in our communities,” Goehring continued. “We recognize the extreme challenges our producers will face this harvest season with little capacity to store grain at harvest time. We will continue to work with the governor’s office and local communities to help assess the impacts.”