High Wind Warning Issued for Black Hills Region in South Dakota and Wyoming
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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 High Wind Warning for the Black Hills region, effective Thursday, with wind gusts up to 60 mph expected to impact travel and infrastructure.
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- Record type
- High Wind Warning
- Affected area
- Black Hills Region
- Issued
- April 6, 2026
- Issuing authority
- NWS Rapid City SD
Wind notices are issued against local thresholds and a defined time window. Confirm both in the original notice before making a current-condition decision.
Record status: historical. It was issued 4 months ago; use the issuing agency's live warning service for current conditions in Black Hills Region.
Alert Details
The National Weather Service in Rapid City, SD, has issued a High Wind Warning for the Black Hills region. This alert signifies that sustained winds or gusts are expected to reach hazardous levels that could pose a threat to life and property.
Affected Areas
The warning covers the following geographic regions:
- South Dakota: Northern Black Hills, Central Black Hills, and Southern Black Hills.
- Wyoming: Wyoming Black Hills.
What You Should Do
Residents in the warning area are advised to take the following precautions:
- Watch for flying or falling objects if you are outdoors, as these may cause injury.
- Use extreme caution if you must drive, particularly if operating a high-profile vehicle, as travel will be difficult.
- Prepare for the possibility of power outages due to damaged infrastructure.
Expected Conditions
The region is forecast to experience west winds ranging from 20 to 30 mph, with gusts reaching up to 60 mph. According to the National Weather Service, these conditions may result in:
- Damage to roofs, signs, and small outbuildings.
- Blowing dust and reduced visibility.
- Flying debris.
Timeline
The High Wind Warning is scheduled to be in effect from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM MDT on Thursday, March 12, 2026.
Original source: NOAA Official Notice ↗
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