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Update from Col Karl Altenburg
Commander, North Dakota Wing

Officials in Fargo have ordered mandatory evacuations of some areas of the city and this evening (Thurs 3-26-09), the mission base in Fargo was evacuated. 

The crest for the Red River was predicted to be near 43 feet, 2 feet higher than predicted just days ago.

Mandatory evacuations have been order throughout areas along the river within both Fargo and Moorhead including the local hospitals and nursing homes.

Ground operations were suspended to allow our volunteers to focus on their own families.

Air operations are being moved to the Casselton airport 20 miles west of Fargo. Aircraft from Fargo and Grand
Forks will be flown to Casselton at first light Friday. Once air and ground resources are consolidated in Casselton, we will continue to provide disaster relief for the communities of the Red River valley.

Members from the Minnesota wing were sent to Moorhead, MN so that theycould continue to assist with flood fighting in their home state.

It has been incredible to see the hard work of the 100s of CAP volunteers all fighting to protect homes and critical infrastructure. They have demonstrated the highest degree of selfless service during this time of crisis.

Karl Altenburg, Col, CAP
ND Wing Commander

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