High Wind Warning Issued for Brown and Spink Counties in South Dakota

Source: NOAA · Brown and Spink Counties, South Dakota

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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 Brown and Spink Counties, with wind gusts up to 60 mph expected to cause travel difficulties and potential power outages.

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Record type
High Wind Warning
Affected area
Brown and Spink Counties, South Dakota
Issued
April 6, 2026
Issuing authority
NWS Aberdeen 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 Brown and Spink Counties, South Dakota.

Alert Details

The National Weather Service in Aberdeen, SD, has issued a High Wind Warning for portions of South Dakota. This alert indicates that hazardous wind conditions are expected within the specified timeframe.

Affected Areas

The warning specifically impacts the following regions:

  • Brown County
  • Spink County

What You Should Do

Residents in the affected areas are urged to take the following precautions:

  • Secure loose outdoor objects that could be blown around or damaged by high winds.
  • Use extra caution if driving, especially when operating high-profile vehicles, as travel will be difficult.
  • Prepare for the possibility of power outages due to damaged property or debris.

Expected Conditions

  • Wind Speed: Sustained northwest winds of 25 to 35 mph.
  • Wind Gusts: Peak gusts are expected to reach up to 60 mph.
  • Hazards: High winds may move loose debris and cause property damage.

Timeline

The High Wind Warning is scheduled to be in effect during the following window:

  • Start Time: 7:00 PM CDT, Thursday, March 12, 2026
  • End Time: 4:00 AM CDT, Friday, March 13, 2026

Original source: NOAA Official Notice ↗

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What is this NWS weather alert about?
The National Weather Service has issued a High Wind Warning for Brown and Spink Counties, with wind gusts up to 60 mph expected to cause travel difficulties and potential power outages.
Which agency issued this alert?
This alert was issued by NOAA. The original notice is available at the source link at the bottom of this article.
How severe is this alert?
This alert is classified as "high" severity. Take precautions and monitor for updates.
What area is affected?
This alert affects Brown and Spink Counties, South Dakota. Check with NOAA for the most current geographic scope.
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