Headline:
Winter Storm Warning issued March 13 at 2:23PM CDT until March 15 at 3:00AM CDT by NWS Aberdeen SD
Event:
Winter Storm Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
March 13, 2026 - 12:23pm
Expires:
March 13, 2026 - 10:30pm
Description:
* WHAT...For the Winter Storm Warning, heavy mixed precipitation and
widespread blowing snow expected. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph.
For the Blizzard Warning, blizzard conditions expected. Winds
gusting as high as 50 mph. Total snow accumulations for the event
will be between 9 and 15 inches and ice accumulations around a
light glaze.
* WHERE...Codington, Deuel, Grant, and Hamlin Counties.
* WHEN...For the Winter Storm Warning, from 7 PM Saturday 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:
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.
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.
Area Description:
Codington; Grant; Hamlin; Deuel
Forcast Office:
NWS Aberdeen SD
Sender: