Multiple Semis Overturned in Severe Storms

Severe Storms Overturn Semis; Counties Issue Emergency Declaration

STATEWIDE, N.D. (NDHP) – The North Dakota Highway Patrol (NDHP) has dedicated resources to assist in the response and recovery efforts following a series of severe storms and tornadoes that impacted southeastern North Dakota on the evening of June 20, 2025. These storms caused widespread damage, including structural destruction and a tragic loss of life in the region. Extreme winds from the storms resulted in multiple semis overturned along Inte…

Multiple Semis Overturned in Severe Storms

ECKELSON LAKE, N.D.  – Traffic is back open along I-94 near Eckelson Lake at mile marker 278 after two semis overturned in the high winds in severe storms and tornadoes on the interstate here, along with other semis turned over on the interstate in Stutsman, Barnes and Cass Counties. North Dakota highway patrol officials said the drivers managed to get out of the vehicles without injury during the severe storms. Highway safety patrol said their …

NDHP responded to multiple overturned semis due to severe weather

Bismarck, N.D. – A number of semis overturned during Friday night’s severe weather along Interstate 94 in Stutsman, Barnes and Cass Countines although there were no deaths or injuries. Highway Patrol says two were flipped over on the westbound side near Eckelson Lake in Potter Township but both drivers were able to escape without injury. NDHP says the agency “responded immediately to ensure the safety of motorists, assist with traffic control, a…