• At least three people dead following a tornado in North Dakota.
• The storm caused extensive damage in Enderlin and left thousands without power.
• Authorities are continuing to assess the storm's impact and investigate further.

At least three North Dakota residents died due to a tornado that struck overnight, with two fatalities discovered by storm chasers in rural Enderlin and a third found later by the Enderlin Sheldon Fire Department, according to ABC News and Los Angeles Times.

Cass County Sheriff Jesse Jahner confirmed in a press conference that the fatalities included two men and a woman. He emphasized considerable damage in the area, stating, “there's a lot of damage. A lot of residences were affected by the storm," further echoing sentiments from local officials about the severity of the situation, according to Los Angeles Times and NPR.

The tornado occurred late on Friday, which may have limited residents' ability to prepare, leading to the tragic deaths. Local fire chief Jon Anderson reported losses of livestock and damage to around ten homes due to the storm, emphasizing the scale of the disaster, according to ABC News and NPR.

Power outages affected 24,000 customers in North Dakota, alongside significant outages across Minnesota due to the severe weather system, with more than 100 mph wind gusts reported, particularly near Bemidji, where residents face extensive damage and downed power lines, according to Los Angeles Times and NPR.

Officials warn of potential additional severe storms over the weekend, emphasizing that while hail and winds are current threats, tornadic activity cannot be completely ruled out. The situation is being closely monitored by local weather services, including the National Weather Service in Grand Forks, according to ABC News, Los Angeles Times, and NPR.