High Wind Warning Issued for Central and East Central South Dakota Through Wednesday Morning

Alert Details

The National Weather Service in Sioux Falls, SD, has issued a High Wind Warning for portions of central, east central, and south central South Dakota. This warning will be followed by a Wind Advisory as wind speeds are expected to remain hazardous through the noon hour.

Affected Areas

The alert covers the following counties in South Dakota:

• Beadle
• Kingsbury
• Jerauld
• Sanborn
• Miner
• Brule
• Aurora

What You Should Do

Residents are advised that winds this strong will make driving difficult, especially for high-profile vehicles. The National Weather Service recommends using extra caution while traveling. Residents should also be aware that damaging winds may blow down tree branches and lead to scattered power outages.

Expected Conditions

• High Wind Warning Phase: West winds of 35 to 45 mph are expected, with gusts reaching up to 60 mph.
• Wind Advisory Phase: West winds of 30 to 35 mph are expected, with gusts reaching up to 50 mph.
• Impacts: Potential for downed tree limbs, power interruptions, and hazardous travel for high-profile vehicles.

Timeline

• High Wind Warning: Effective immediately until 9:00 AM CST this morning, February 18.
• Wind Advisory: Effective from 9:00 AM CST this morning until 12:00 PM CST today, February 18.