Headline:
Wind Advisory issued March 17 at 2:08AM MDT until March 17 at 6:00PM MDT by NWS Rapid City SD
Event:
Wind Advisory
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
March 17, 2026 - 1:08am
Expires:
March 17, 2026 - 4:15pm
Description:
* WHAT...Northwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph
expected.
* WHERE...Butte, Harding, Northern Foothills, Northern Meade Co
Plains, Northern Perkins, Southern Meade Co Plains, Southern
Perkins, and Sturgis/Piedmont Foothills.
* WHEN...From 11 AM this morning to 6 PM MDT this evening.
* IMPACTS...Sudden wind gusts can cause drivers to lose control,
especially in lightweight or high profile vehicles. Strong winds
can cause blowing dust, reduced visibility, and flying debris.
Instruction:
Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.
Area Description:
Harding; Northern Perkins; Butte; Northern Meade Co Plains; Northern Foothills; Sturgis/Piedmont Foothills; Southern Meade Co Plains; Southern Perkins
Forcast Office:
NWS Rapid City SD
Sender: