High Wind Warning Issued for Norman, West Becker, and Traill Counties Through Friday Morning
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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 parts of Minnesota and North Dakota, with gusts up to 60 mph expected to cause power outages and hazardous travel.
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- Record type
- High Wind Warning
- Affected area
- Minnesota and 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 Minnesota and North Dakota.
Alert Details
The National Weather Service in Grand Forks, ND, has issued a High Wind Warning for portions of northwest Minnesota and eastern North Dakota. This alert indicates that a high-wind event is expected to produce hazardous conditions in the region.
Affected Areas
The warning covers the following geographic areas:
- Minnesota: Norman and West Becker Counties
- North Dakota: Traill County
What You Should Do
Residents in the affected areas are advised to take the following safety precautions:
- Remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm.
- Stay away from windows to avoid injury from flying glass or debris.
- Watch for falling debris and tree limbs.
- Use extreme caution if you must drive, particularly if operating a high-profile vehicle.
Expected Conditions
Forecasters expect northwest winds sustained between 30 to 40 mph, with peak gusts reaching up to 60 mph. These damaging winds are likely to blow down trees and power lines, and widespread power outages are anticipated. Travel will be difficult due to the intensity of the wind.
Timeline
The High Wind Warning is effective from 7:00 PM CDT this evening, Thursday, March 12, until 7:00 AM CDT Friday, March 13.
Original source: NOAA Official Notice ↗
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