Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued April 22 at 9:12PM CDT by NWS Rapid City SD
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
April 22, 2026 - 7:12pm
Expires:
April 22, 2026 - 7:45pm
Description:
At 911 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 6
miles northeast of Cedar Butte, or 12 miles northwest of White River,
moving northeast at 50 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph and half inch hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Minor hail damage to vegetation is
possible.
Locations impacted include...
Cedar Butte.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Frequent cloud to ground lightning is occurring with this storm.
Lightning can strike 10 miles away from a thunderstorm. Seek a safe
shelter inside a building or vehicle.
Area Description:
Mellette
Forcast Office:
NWS Rapid City SD
Sender: