High Wind Warning Issued for Northeast South Dakota Counties Through Wednesday Afternoon

Alert Details

The National Weather Service (NWS) office in Aberdeen, SD, has issued a High Wind Warning for several counties in the region. The alert is effective immediately as of 8:22 AM CST and is scheduled to expire at 2:00 PM CST this afternoon.

Affected Areas

The geographic scope of this warning includes the following South Dakota counties:

• Roberts
• Codington
• Grant
• Hamlin
• Deuel

What You Should Do

The NWS urges residents to take immediate action to mitigate risks:

• Secure loose outdoor objects that could be blown around or damaged by high winds.
• Drivers of high-profile vehicles should exercise extreme caution as travel could be difficult.
• Be alert for falling debris, potential property damage, and power outages.

Expected Conditions

The area is currently facing powerful west winds ranging from 35 to 45 mph. Peak wind gusts are forecast to reach up to 65 mph. These conditions are capable of moving loose debris and causing structural damage.

Timeline

The warning remains in effect until 2:00 PM CST today, February 18, 2026. Conditions are expected to persist through the early afternoon hours.