Blizzard Warning Issued for North Central South Dakota Counties Through Wednesday Afternoon
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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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A Blizzard Warning is in effect for Campbell, Edmunds, Faulk, McPherson, and Walworth counties until 3 PM CST today, with wind gusts up to 55 mph and whiteout conditions expected.
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- Record type
- Blizzard Warning
- Affected area
- North Central South Dakota
- Issued
- April 6, 2026
- Issuing authority
- NWS Aberdeen 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 North Central South Dakota.
Blizzard Warning Issued for North Central South Dakota Counties Through Wednesday Afternoon
Alert Details
The National Weather Service in Aberdeen, SD, has issued a Blizzard Warning for several counties in north central South Dakota. The alert is currently in effect and will remain active until 3:00 PM CST this afternoon.
Affected Areas
The warning covers the following counties in South Dakota:
- Campbell
- Edmunds
- Faulk
- McPherson
- Walworth
Expected Conditions
Residents should prepare for hazardous blizzard conditions characterized by:
- Snow Accumulation: Additional snow accumulations of up to one inch are expected.
- Wind Speeds: Strong winds are forecast to gust as high as 55 mph.
- Visibility: Ground blizzards are expected to create whiteout conditions, making travel extremely dangerous or impossible.
- Impacts: Slippery road conditions are likely, which could significantly impact the Wednesday morning commute. Additionally, strong winds may cause tree damage.
What You Should Do
The National Weather Service advises the following safety precautions:
- 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.
- For the latest road conditions, residents can call 5-1-1.
Timeline
The Blizzard Warning is effective immediately and is scheduled to expire at 3:00 PM CST on Wednesday, February 18, 2026.
Original source: NOAA Official Notice ↗
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