Weather Alerts-

Make preparations per the instructions

Rapid City - SD, US, National Weather Service

Portions of northwestern, south central, and southwestern South Dakota and northeast Wyoming

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM MDT /10 AM CDT/ TO 9 PM MDT /10 PM CDT/ THURSDAY... WHAT...West winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 80 mph expected. WHERE...Portions of northwestern, south central, and southwestern South Dakota and northeast Wyoming. WHEN...From 9 AM MDT /10 AM CDT/ to 9 PM MDT /10 PM CDT/ Thursday. IMPACTS...The high winds may damage roofs, small outbuildings, and signs. Power outages are possible. Travel could be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Strong winds can cause blowing dust, reduced visibility, and flying debris. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A high wind warning means 40 mph winds, or gusts over 60 mph, are expected or occurring. If you are outdoors, watch for flying or falling objects that may injure you. Use caution if you must drive.