Winter Storm and Blizzard Warnings Issued for Northeast South Dakota Through Sunday
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NWS Aberdeen has issued Winter Storm and Blizzard Warnings for Codington, Deuel, Grant, and Hamlin counties, forecasting up to 15 inches of snow and 50 mph wind gusts.
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- Record type
- Winter Storm Warning
- Affected area
- Northeast South Dakota
- Issued
- April 6, 2026
- Issuing authority
- NWS Aberdeen
Storm notices can cover different combinations of wind, hail, lightning, and rainfall. Use the original notice for the hazards and boundaries attached to this specific record.
Record status: historical. It was issued 4 months ago; use the issuing agency's live warning service for current conditions in Northeast South Dakota.
Alert Details
The National Weather Service in Aberdeen has issued a Winter Storm Warning followed by a Blizzard Warning for portions of northeast South Dakota. This alert, issued by NWS Aberdeen SD, covers a period of heavy mixed precipitation and dangerous wind conditions expected to impact the region starting Saturday evening.
Affected Areas
The following counties are included in the warning area:
- Codington
- Deuel
- Grant
- Hamlin
Expected Conditions
Residents should prepare for significant winter weather hazards as two distinct phases of the storm move through:
- Snow and Ice: Total snow accumulations are expected to range between 9 and 15 inches. A light glaze of ice accumulation is also possible.
- Wind Speeds: During the Winter Storm Warning, winds are expected to gust as high as 40 mph. During the Blizzard Warning phase, gusts are forecast to reach up to 50 mph.
- Visibility: Widespread blowing snow and whiteout conditions will make travel extremely dangerous or impossible.
- Infrastructure: Gusty winds could bring down tree branches.
Timeline
- Winter Storm Warning: In effect from 7:00 PM Saturday to 3:00 AM CDT Sunday.
- Blizzard Warning: In effect from 3:00 AM to 7:00 PM CDT Sunday.
What You Should Do
Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency and ensure you have a winter survival kit. If you get stranded, stay with your vehicle. The latest road conditions for the area can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.
Original source: NOAA Official Notice ↗
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