This Tuesday episode, recorded on October 7, is packed with extreme weather updates, bizarre crime reports, and local sports news, along with a serious discussion on impaired driving and an interesting look at agricultural challenges.
Key Moments
- Tornado Upgrade Controversy (Top Story): The June tornado in Enderlin, North Dakota, which killed three people, has been upgraded by the National Weather Service (NWS) to an EF5, with peak winds exceeding 210 miles an hour. However, Chief Meteorologist Dean Wysocki reveals "chatter" from sources high up in the NWS that suggests the EF5 classification "never should have been classified" and that information was "cherry picked". The strongest recorded tornado winds were 321 mph in Oklahoma in 1999.
- Coolest Day of the Week & Upcoming Warmth: Today is the coolest day of the week, with a high of 57∘F. However, a windy warm-up will push temperatures to 70∘F tomorrow and 75∘F on Thursday. Frost is expected tomorrow morning in the FM area.
- Bear Attack Mystery: A Missouri man was found dead at an Arkansas campsite after a likely bear attack. The man had texted pictures of a large bear near his campsite to his son two days prior but failed to leave the area. The man's body was found with extensive injuries, having been dragged from the scene. This is the second fatal bear attack in the area this month.
- Impaired Driving Study: A study to be presented at the American College of Surgeons found that 42% of drivers involved in fatal crashes in a major Ohio county tested positive for THC (recent marijuana consumption). The lead researcher was surprised by the high levels, which were far above the legal limit.
- Horse Dragged on I-29: A horse died after falling out of a trailer near the Oxbow exit on I-29 and being tragically dragged for about two miles before breaking free. The driver, returning from a rodeo, was reportedly unaware of the incident.
- NDSU Finalizes 2028 Schedule: NDSU Football has completed its 2028 non-conference schedule by agreeing to a home-and-home series with Stony Brook. The schedule includes a major road trip to Oregon in week two.
- FDNY Warns of Lithium-Ion Battery Fires: The Fargo Fire Department is promoting Fire Prevention Week, focusing on preventing fires caused by lithium-ion batteries found in phones and power tools.
- WDAY Ag Director Bridgette Readel on Corn Woes: WDAY Ag Director Bridgette Readel discusses the high cost of drying corn due to moisture, noting it takes about 0.02 gallons of propane to remove one point of moisture per bushel. She also highlights German research suggesting that dwarf wheat genes reduce gluten content, negatively affecting baking properties.
- MLB Playoff Update: The Los Angeles Dodgers and Milwaukee Brewers both took 2-0 series leads in their NL Divisional Series, with the Phillies and Cubs now facing must-win situations. Tonight features two Game 3s in the AL, with Detroit vs. Seattle and Yankees vs. Blue Jays.
- Halloween Spending: The question of the morning asks if the price of chocolate candy affects Halloween purchases. Many listeners report cutting back on chocolate for less expensive "filler candy" or simply buying less due to high prices.
- Carson Wentz and JJ McCarthy: Vikings coach Kevin O'Connell says JJ McCarthy will get "extensive work" during the bye week to test his injured ankle, while Carson Wentz is dealing with an injury to his non-throwing shoulder