High Wind Warning Issued for Central North Dakota with Gusts Up to 70 MPH Possible

Alert Details

The National Weather Service in Bismarck, ND, has issued a High Wind Warning for central North Dakota. This alert is classified as a severe event with a high likelihood of occurrence, indicating that hazardous wind conditions are expected to impact the region.

Affected Areas

The warning covers a significant portion of central North Dakota. Specific counties under the warning include:

• Burke
• Renville
• Mountrail
• Ward
• Mercer
• Oliver
• McLean
• Morton
• Burleigh
• Grant
• Sioux
• Emmons

What You Should Do

Residents in the warning area are advised to take the following precautions:

• Secure outdoor items that could be blown around or damaged by high winds.
• Use extreme caution when traveling, especially if operating high-profile vehicles which are more susceptible to strong crosswinds.
• Prepare for potential property damage and monitor local weather updates.

Expected Conditions

Forecasters expect northwest winds to maintain speeds of around 40 mph, with peak gusts reaching up to 70 mph. These conditions may cause damage to roofs, signs, and small outbuildings. Additionally, the National Weather Service warns that visibility could be significantly reduced in areas where strong winds coincide with falling snow.

Timeline

The High Wind Warning is scheduled to take effect at 1:00 PM CDT (noon MDT) on Thursday, March 12. The alert is expected to remain in place until 1:00 AM CDT (midnight MDT) on Friday, March 13.