In this gripping episode of the Jay Thomas Show, we take you inside the heart of one of the most destructive weather events in North Dakota’s history. A devastating derecho storm and powerful tornadoes tore through the region, leveling trees, ripping apart communities, and leaving a path of destruction from Bemidji to Enderlin. Hear firsthand accounts from local officials, meteorologists, and residents as they recount the chaos, cleanup, and incredible luck that may have spared cities like Fargo from even worse devastation.
Chief Meteorologist Dean Wysocki explains the rare meteorological setup — a potent combination of a derecho and a “wake low” — that produced sustained winds of over 100 mph and collapsed a tornado before it reached Fargo. You’ll also hear updates from city officials in Page, Hunter, and Bemidji, learn how volunteers are stepping up, and reflect on the eerie 68th anniversary of the 1957 Fargo tornado.