North Dakota Moderate Special Weather Statement | Effective 06/28/2026 21:06

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued June 28 at 11:06PM CDT by NWS Bismarck ND
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
June 28, 2026 - 9:06pm
Expires: 
June 28, 2026 - 9:30pm
Description: 
At 1106 PM CDT, an area of strong thunderstorms was located from 11 miles north of Hazen Bay Recreation Area to 8 miles northwest of Benedict, or from 12 miles west of Garrison to 21 miles south of Minot, moving northeast at 35 mph. HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph and nickel size hail. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Minor damage to outdoor objects is possible. Locations impacted include... Garrison, Max, Benedict, Douglas, Fort Stevenson State Park and Emmet.
Instruction: 
These storms may intensify, so be certain to monitor local radio stations and available television stations for additional information and possible warnings from the National Weather Service. Torrential rainfall is also occurring with these storms and may lead to flash flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded roadways.
Area Description: 
Central and Southern Ward/Minot Area; Western McLean; Eastern McLean
Forcast Office: 
NWS Bismarck ND