Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 11 at 7:38PM CDT by NWS Bismarck ND
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 11, 2026 - 5:38pm
Expires:
May 11, 2026 - 7:30pm
Description:
Strong northwest winds gusting up to around 45 mph will continue
over western and parts of central North Dakota until around 10 PM
CDT or 9 PM MDT this evening. The winds are producing blowing
dust, which will occasionally reduce visibility. In addition, the
winds, combined with low humidity values, are causing critical
fire weather conditions.
Motorists should use extra caution this evening due to the strong
winds and occasional visibility reductions.
The winds will begin to decrease after sunset.
Area Description:
Divide; Burke; Renville; Williams; Mountrail; McKenzie; Dunn; Mercer; Oliver; Golden Valley; Billings; Stark; Slope; Hettinger; Grant; Bowman; Adams; Northwest Ward; Central and Southern Ward/Minot Area; Western McLean; Western Morton; Western Sioux
Forcast Office:
NWS Bismarck ND
Sender: