Blizzard Warning Issued for Central and East Central South Dakota Through Monday Morning
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NOAA issued it on April 6, 2026, 4 months ago. Warnings of this kind stay in effect for hours to a few days, so this page is a historical record of what was issued, not a current warning. For conditions where you are right now, check weather.gov (US), weather.gc.ca (Canada), the Met Office (UK), or the Bureau of Meteorology (Australia).
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The National Weather Service has issued a Blizzard Warning for several South Dakota counties, forecasting heavy snow and 55 mph wind gusts starting Saturday night.
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- Record type
- Blizzard Warning
- Affected area
- Central and East Central South Dakota
- Issued
- April 6, 2026
- Issuing authority
- NWS Sioux Falls SD
Winter notices differ by expected impact and timing. The original notice carries the forecast window and any travel guidance for the named area.
Record status: historical. It was issued 4 months ago; use the issuing agency's live warning service for current conditions in Central and East Central South Dakota.
Alert Details
A Blizzard Warning has been issued by the National Weather Service in Sioux Falls, SD. This alert is in effect from 10:00 PM Saturday through 1:00 AM CDT Monday. The warning indicates that blizzard conditions are likely, creating hazardous environments for residents and travelers.
Affected Areas
The warning covers portions of central and east central South Dakota. Specifically, the following counties are included in the alert area:
- Beadle
- Kingsbury
- Jerauld
- Sanborn
- Miner
- Lake
Expected Conditions
Residents should prepare for severe winter weather, including:
- Snow Accumulation: Total snow accumulations between 5 and 9 inches are expected.
- Wind Speeds: Wind gusts are forecast to reach as high as 55 mph.
- Visibility: Whiteout conditions are anticipated, which will make travel extremely dangerous or impossible.
- Additional Hazards: Strong winds could cause significant tree damage.
Timeline
The Blizzard Warning begins at 10:00 PM Saturday, March 14. The hazardous conditions are expected to persist through the weekend, with the alert currently set to expire at 1:00 AM CDT Monday, March 16.
What You Should Do
The National Weather Service advises that travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, ensure you have a winter survival kit with you in your vehicle. If you become stranded, stay with your vehicle to remain safe. For the latest road conditions in your state, call 5 1 1.
Original source: NOAA Official Notice ↗
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