Headline:
Blizzard Warning issued March 14 at 7:19AM CDT until March 15 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS Aberdeen SD
Event:
Blizzard Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
March 14, 2026 - 5:19am
Expires:
March 14, 2026 - 5:00pm
Description:
* WHAT...For the Winter Storm Warning, mixed precipitation and
widespread blowing snow expected. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph.
For the Blizzard Warning, blizzard conditions expected. Total snow
accumulations for the event will be between 7 and 20 inches and
ice accumulations around a light glaze. Greatest snow
accumulations will be over the higher terrain on the eastern side
of the Sisseton Hills. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph.
* WHERE...Codington, Deuel, Grant, and Hamlin Counties.
* WHEN...For the Winter Storm Warning, from 7 PM this evening to 3
AM CDT Sunday. For the Blizzard Warning, from 3 AM to 7 PM CDT
Sunday.
* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Whiteout conditions will
make travel extremely dangerous or impossible. Gusty winds could
bring down tree branches.
Instruction:
If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.
Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel,
have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with
your vehicle. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling
5 1 1.
Area Description:
Codington; Grant; Hamlin; Deuel
Forcast Office:
NWS Aberdeen SD
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