High Wind Warning Issued for Eddy, Barnes, and Surrounding North Dakota Counties
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The National Weather Service in Grand Forks has issued a High Wind Warning effective until Friday morning, with wind gusts up to 60 mph and potential whiteout conditions.
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- Record type
- High Wind Warning
- Affected area
- North Dakota
- Issued
- April 6, 2026
- Issuing authority
- NWS Grand Forks ND
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 North Dakota.
Alert Details
The National Weather Service in Grand Forks, ND, has issued a High Wind Warning for several counties in the region. The alert remains in effect as hazardous wind conditions are expected to impact the area through early Friday morning.
Affected Areas
The warning covers the following counties in North Dakota:
- Eddy
- Griggs
- Barnes
- Ransom
- Sargent
What You Should Do
Residents in the affected areas are advised to remain in the lower levels of their homes during the windstorm and stay away from windows. Be alert for falling debris and tree limbs. If travel is necessary, use extreme caution, particularly if operating a high-profile vehicle.
Expected Conditions
Northwest winds are forecast to range between 35 and 45 mph, with peak gusts reaching up to 60 mph. These conditions may lead to scattered power outages. Additionally, blowing snow is expected to cause scattered whiteout conditions, especially in open country, significantly reducing visibility. Travel will be difficult for high-profile vehicles.
Timeline
The High Wind Warning is effective immediately and is scheduled to expire at 7:00 AM CDT on Friday, March 13, 2026.
Original source: NOAA Official Notice ↗
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