Upper level high pressure centered over the Central Plains, coupled with persistent low pressure over the Rockies, brought a prolonged period of above seasonal temperatures and high humidity to west and central North Dakota.  Daytime temperatures in the 90s combined with the high humidity to produce heat index values well over 100 degrees for many locations for several days. Heat index values topped out between 110 and 120 degrees, not a common thing in North Dakota.
Although no human life was lost and no injuries were reported, there were livestock losses associated with the heat. It is estimated that up to 700 head of cattle died from the heat wave. Estimated at near 1,000 dollars per head, monetary damages are estimated at near 700,000 dollars. A detailed breakdown by county was not available so the losses were all assigned to one county in southwest North Dakota, Slope.

Excessive Heat in WARD, NORTH DAKOTA
From 16-JUL-11 11:00:00 to 19-JUL-11 21:00:00 (CST-6)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Mesonet

Excessive Heat in ADAMS, NORTH DAKOTA
From 16-JUL-11 11:00:00 to 19-JUL-11 21:00:00 (CST-6)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Mesonet

Excessive Heat in BILLINGS, NORTH DAKOTA
From 16-JUL-11 11:00:00 to 19-JUL-11 21:00:00 (CST-6)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Mesonet

Excessive Heat in MCINTOSH, NORTH DAKOTA
From 16-JUL-11 11:00:00 to 19-JUL-11 21:00:00 (CST-6)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Mesonet

Excessive Heat in MCHENRY, NORTH DAKOTA
From 16-JUL-11 11:00:00 to 19-JUL-11 21:00:00 (CST-6)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Mesonet

Excessive Heat in MCKENZIE, NORTH DAKOTA
From 16-JUL-11 11:00:00 to 19-JUL-11 21:00:00 (CST-6)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Mesonet

Excessive Heat in WELLS, NORTH DAKOTA
From 16-JUL-11 11:00:00 to 19-JUL-11 21:00:00 (CST-6)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Mesonet

Excessive Heat in WILLIAMS, NORTH DAKOTA
From 16-JUL-11 11:00:00 to 19-JUL-11 21:00:00 (CST-6)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Mesonet

Excessive Heat in BOTTINEAU, NORTH DAKOTA
From 16-JUL-11 11:00:00 to 19-JUL-11 21:00:00 (CST-6)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Mesonet

Excessive Heat in BURKE, NORTH DAKOTA
From 16-JUL-11 11:00:00 to 19-JUL-11 21:00:00 (CST-6)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Mesonet

Excessive Heat in BOWMAN, NORTH DAKOTA
From 16-JUL-11 11:00:00 to 19-JUL-11 21:00:00 (CST-6)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Mesonet

Excessive Heat in SLOPE, NORTH DAKOTA
From 16-JUL-11 11:00:00 to 19-JUL-11 21:00:00 (CST-6)
Property damage: 700.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Mesonet

Excessive Heat in DUNN, NORTH DAKOTA
From 16-JUL-11 11:00:00 to 19-JUL-11 21:00:00 (CST-6)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Mesonet

Excessive Heat in MCLEAN, NORTH DAKOTA
From 16-JUL-11 11:00:00 to 19-JUL-11 21:00:00 (CST-6)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Mesonet

Excessive Heat in MORTON, NORTH DAKOTA
From 16-JUL-11 11:00:00 to 19-JUL-11 21:00:00 (CST-6)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Mesonet

Excessive Heat in MERCER, NORTH DAKOTA
From 16-JUL-11 11:00:00 to 19-JUL-11 21:00:00 (CST-6)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Mesonet

Excessive Heat in EMMONS, NORTH DAKOTA
From 16-JUL-11 11:00:00 to 19-JUL-11 21:00:00 (CST-6)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Mesonet

Excessive Heat in FOSTER, NORTH DAKOTA
From 16-JUL-11 11:00:00 to 19-JUL-11 21:00:00 (CST-6)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Mesonet

Excessive Heat in OLIVER, NORTH DAKOTA
From 16-JUL-11 11:00:00 to 19-JUL-11 21:00:00 (CST-6)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Mesonet

Excessive Heat in MOUNTRAIL, NORTH DAKOTA
From 16-JUL-11 11:00:00 to 19-JUL-11 21:00:00 (CST-6)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Mesonet

Excessive Heat in PIERCE, NORTH DAKOTA
From 16-JUL-11 11:00:00 to 19-JUL-11 21:00:00 (CST-6)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Mesonet

Excessive Heat in DICKEY, NORTH DAKOTA
From 16-JUL-11 11:00:00 to 19-JUL-11 21:00:00 (CST-6)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Mesonet

Excessive Heat in BURLEIGH, NORTH DAKOTA
From 16-JUL-11 11:00:00 to 19-JUL-11 21:00:00 (CST-6)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Mesonet

Excessive Heat in DIVIDE, NORTH DAKOTA
From 16-JUL-11 11:00:00 to 19-JUL-11 21:00:00 (CST-6)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Mesonet

Excessive Heat in GOLDEN VALLEY, NORTH DAKOTA
From 16-JUL-11 11:00:00 to 19-JUL-11 21:00:00 (CST-6)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Mesonet

Excessive Heat in GRANT, NORTH DAKOTA
From 16-JUL-11 11:00:00 to 19-JUL-11 21:00:00 (CST-6)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Mesonet

Excessive Heat in HETTINGER, NORTH DAKOTA
From 16-JUL-11 11:00:00 to 19-JUL-11 21:00:00 (CST-6)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Mesonet

Excessive Heat in RENVILLE, NORTH DAKOTA
From 16-JUL-11 11:00:00 to 19-JUL-11 21:00:00 (CST-6)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Mesonet

Excessive Heat in SHERIDAN, NORTH DAKOTA
From 16-JUL-11 11:00:00 to 19-JUL-11 21:00:00 (CST-6)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Mesonet

Excessive Heat in ROLETTE, NORTH DAKOTA
From 16-JUL-11 11:00:00 to 19-JUL-11 21:00:00 (CST-6)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Mesonet

Excessive Heat in STARK, NORTH DAKOTA
From 16-JUL-11 11:00:00 to 19-JUL-11 21:00:00 (CST-6)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Mesonet

Excessive Heat in SIOUX, NORTH DAKOTA
From 16-JUL-11 11:00:00 to 19-JUL-11 21:00:00 (CST-6)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Mesonet

Excessive Heat in KIDDER, NORTH DAKOTA
From 16-JUL-11 11:00:00 to 19-JUL-11 21:00:00 (CST-6)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Mesonet

Excessive Heat in LOGAN, NORTH DAKOTA
From 16-JUL-11 11:00:00 to 19-JUL-11 21:00:00 (CST-6)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Mesonet

Excessive Heat in STUTSMAN, NORTH DAKOTA
From 16-JUL-11 11:00:00 to 19-JUL-11 21:00:00 (CST-6)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Mesonet

Excessive Heat in LA MOURE, NORTH DAKOTA
From 16-JUL-11 11:00:00 to 19-JUL-11 21:00:00 (CST-6)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Mesonet