Sunday, March 29, 2009

Two cardiac-related deaths blamed on Fargo flood

Two cardiac-related deaths blamed on Fargo floodTwo deaths are being reported related to flooding along the Red River in North Dakota. The state's Department of Health says two cardiac-related deaths have been reported due to flood prevention exertion. The department also said Saturday that 50 flood-related injuries have been reported statewide. Those injuries range from wrist and ankle stress to serious car accidents related to washed out roads. Residents in Fargo along the Red River have been feverishly filling sandbags to help hold back the rising water. National Weather Service officials said Saturday that the river may have crested, but it still could rise up to a foot more - KSFY

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