On June 22, 2011, the people of Minot endured the worst flood of the Mouse River in the city's recorded history. Sirens sounded to signal more than 11,000 residents to flee their homes from the path of floodwaters. The roaring river caused catastrophic damage, tearing the life from people's homes, destroying schools, churches, and businesses, and ravaging city parks and playgrounds, including landmarks from the city's early days. The spirit of the community endured, and residents rebounded and rebuilt with resiliency, courage, and sacrifice.