Headline:
High Wind Warning issued December 19 at 7:57AM MST until December 19 at 2:00PM MST by NWS Rapid City SD
Event:
High Wind Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
December 19, 2024 - 6:57am
Expires:
December 19, 2024 - 1:00pm
Description:
* WHAT...Northwest winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 70 mph.
* WHERE...Portions of northwestern and southwestern South Dakota and
northeast Wyoming.
* WHEN...Until 2 PM MST this afternoon.
* IMPACTS...The high winds may damage roofs, small outbuildings, and
signs. Power outages are possible. Travel could be difficult,
especially for high profile vehicles. Strong winds can cause
blowing dust, reduced visibility, and flying debris.
Instruction:
A high wind warning means 40 mph winds, or gusts over 60 mph, are
expected or occurring. If you are outdoors, watch for flying or
falling objects that may injure you. Use caution if you must drive.
Area Description:
Harding; Northern Perkins; Butte; Northern Meade Co Plains; Ziebach; Northern Foothills; Rapid City; Custer Co Plains; Pennington Co Plains; Haakon; Northern Jackson; Sturgis/Piedmont Foothills; Southern Meade Co Plains; Hermosa Foothills; Southern Perkins; Northeastern Crook
Forcast Office:
NWS Rapid City SD