As Bismarck heads into peak tornado and flooding season, officials urge residents to prepare now while public input continues on the “Transportation Connection: 2025-2050” long-range plan.

North Dakota’s tornado season typically runs from May through August, with June historically the most active month. Heavy summer rains also heighten flooding risks in June and July, when the Missouri River basin swells. This year, Bismarck has already seen unusually strong storms, pushing preparedness to the top of community discussions.

Meanwhile, state leaders are inviting residents to share feedback on the Transportation Connection: 2025-2050 plan—designed to strengthen road safety, expand transit, and ensure infrastructure can withstand severe weather.

For Bismarck, tornadoes and flash flooding are more than seasonal nuisances—they disrupt roads, businesses, and families. The city’s low-lying areas are especially vulnerable during heavy rain events, often straining the transportation grid. Local planners emphasize that the new long-range plan is not just about mobility, but also about resiliency—ensuring roads and transit systems hold up against the climate’s changing patterns.

Local resident Sarah Becker shared: “After last year’s floods blocked my commute, I’m glad the city is listening about infrastructure upgrades.”

As tornado season peaks, Bismarck residents are reminded to stay alert, prepare homes and families, and take part in shaping the region’s transportation future. With the Transportation Connection: 2025-2050 plan open for feedback, now is the time for residents to link weather preparedness with long-term community resilience.