< South Dakota Special Weather Statement - Moderate | Effective 06/04/2026 20:03

South Dakota Special Weather Statement - Moderate | Effective 06/04/2026 20:03

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued June 4 at 10:03PM CDT by NWS Aberdeen SD
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
June 4, 2026 - 8:03pm
Expires: 
June 4, 2026 - 8:30pm
Description: 
At 1003 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 8 miles west of Miller Dale Colony, or 13 miles southeast of Highmore, moving southeast at 30 mph. HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph and nickel size hail. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Minor hail damage to vegetation is possible. This storm will remain over mainly rural areas of southwestern Hand and eastern Hyde Counties.
Instruction: 
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building. This storm 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. To report severe weather, contact your nearest law enforcement agency. They will relay your report to the National Weather Service office in Aberdeen. A Severe Thunderstorm Watch remains in effect until 100 AM CDT for central South Dakota.
Area Description: 
Hyde; Hand
Forcast Office: 
NWS Aberdeen SD