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Rapid City - SD, US, National Weather Service

Powder River Basin of northeastern Wyoming

...BLOWING DUST HEALTH ALERT IN EFFECT FOR THE POWDER RIVER BASIN OF NORTHEASTERN WYOMING IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM MDT THIS EVENING... The following message is transmitted in collaboration with the Wyoming Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division. WHAT...Very strong west to northwest winds with gusts up to 70 mph. WHERE...Powder River Basin of northeastern Wyoming. WHEN...This afternoon through the early evening. IMPACTS...The strong winds will create blowing dust. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... The Wyoming Air Quality Division recommends the elderly, young children, and individuals with respiratory problems avoid excessive physical exertion and minimize outdoor activities during this time. Although these people are most susceptible to health impacts, the air quality division also advises that everyone should avoid prolonged exposure to the poor air quality conditions.