High Wind Warning Issued for Parts of Minnesota and North Dakota Through Friday Morning

Alert Details

The National Weather Service in Grand Forks, ND, has issued a High Wind Warning for portions of west-central Minnesota and southeast North Dakota. The warning was issued at 8:05 PM CDT on Thursday and remains in effect until Friday morning.

Affected Areas

The following counties are included in the warning area:

• Minnesota: Clay, Wilkin, West Otter Tail, East Otter Tail, and Grant.
• North Dakota: Steele, Cass, and Richland.

Expected Conditions

Weather officials expect sustained northwest winds between 35 and 45 mph, with gusts reaching up to 60 mph. In addition to the wind, blowing snow may cause scattered whiteout conditions, particularly in open country.

Impacts include potentially difficult travel conditions, especially for high-profile vehicles. Residents should also be prepared for the possibility of scattered power outages throughout the affected region.

What You Should Do

The National Weather Service advises residents to remain in the lower levels of their homes during the windstorm and to stay away from windows. Watch for falling debris and tree limbs that may be downed by the gusts. If you must travel, use extreme caution while driving.

Timeline

The High Wind Warning is effective immediately and is scheduled to expire at 7:00 AM CDT on Friday, March 13.