Flooding is an all too common occurrence in our area. Prior to the snowstorm in early April, the National Weather Service was predicting moderate to major flooding along most of the Red River Valley. The snow melt and rain may impact our flooding outlook as well. Are you prepared for floods? Each year, Minnesota Homeland Security and Emergency Management, in collaboration […]
Thunderstorms affect relatively small areas compared with most other storms. The typical thunderstorm is 15 miles in diameter and lasts 30 minutes — but whatever their size, all thunderstorms are dangerous. Severe thunderstorms produce large hail or winds of at least 58 mph. Some wind gusts can exceed 100 mph and produce tornado-like damage. That’s why many communities will sound […]
Are you ready for severe weather? Each year, Minnesota Homeland Security and Emergency Management, in collaboration with the National Weather Service, sponsor Severe Weather Awareness Week in Minnesota. The week is designed to refresh, remind and educate everyone about the seasonal threats from severe weather and how to avoid them. It’s also a great time to make and practice your emergency plan and build or refresh your emergency preparedness kit. On Thursday, April 20, 2023, […]
Minnesota State University Moorhead will be participating in the third statewide safety perception survey. The survey is being conducted to provide you, and all Minnesota State employees, an opportunity to express your opinions about workplace safety and to provide constructive feedback and information needed to proactively manage staff safety. The State of Minnesota Department of Administration has contracted with PMA […]
The Moorhead Fire Department will be training at the Newman Center (located by the Center for Business) this week. There will be a presence of Moorhead Fire Department vehicles and personnel in and around the Newman center for the training. We do not anticipate any disruption to the campus community. We are pleased to collaborate with the Moorhead Fire Department […]