Winter Storm Warning Issued for Harding and Perkins Counties: Heavy Snow and High Winds Expected
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The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Warning for Harding and Perkins counties, forecasting 4-8 inches of snow and 40 mph wind gusts starting Saturday noon.
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- Record type
- Winter Storm Warning
- Affected area
- Northwestern South Dakota
- Issued
- April 6, 2026
- Issuing authority
- NWS Rapid City
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 Northwestern South Dakota.
Alert Details
A Winter Storm Warning has been issued by the National Weather Service in Rapid City, SD. This alert indicates that heavy snow and significant travel hazards are likely within the warning area.
Affected Areas
The warning covers the following geographic regions in South Dakota:
- Harding County
- Northern Perkins County
- Southern Perkins County
What You Should Do
Residents are advised to prepare for hazardous winter conditions. If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. For the latest road conditions in the state you are calling from, dial 5 1 1.
Expected Conditions
- Snow Accumulation: Total snow accumulations between 4 and 8 inches are expected.
- Wind Speeds: Winds are forecast to gust as high as 40 mph.
- Visibility: Falling and blowing snow will lead to areas of quick and sudden reductions to visibility.
- Travel Impacts: Plan on slippery road conditions. Travel will be difficult, especially in rural areas that are prone to blowing snow.
Timeline
The Winter Storm Warning is in effect from 12:00 PM MDT Saturday, March 14 until 12:00 PM MDT Sunday, March 15. Conditions are expected to deteriorate starting Saturday afternoon.
Original source: NOAA Official Notice ↗
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