Winter Storm Warning Issued for Northern Black Hills and Foothills; Up to 10 Inches of Snow Expected

Weather Alerts high NOAA · · Northern Black Hills and Foothills

The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Warning for parts of South Dakota and Wyoming, effective Saturday afternoon through Sunday morning.

Alert Details

A Winter Storm Warning has been issued by the National Weather Service in Rapid City, SD. The warning is in effect from 3:00 PM MDT Saturday, March 14, until 12:00 PM MDT Sunday, March 15.

Affected Areas

The warning covers the following geographic regions:

  • South Dakota: Northern Foothills and Northern Black Hills.
  • Wyoming: Wyoming Black Hills.

Expected Conditions

Heavy snow and patchy blowing snow are expected during the warning period. Specific conditions include:

  • Snow Accumulations: Total accumulations between 4 and 10 inches.
  • Wind Speeds: Gusts as high as 40 mph.
  • Impacts: Slippery road conditions are anticipated. The combination of falling snow and wind will lead to periods of blowing snow that may briefly reduce visibility.

Timeline

The warning was issued on March 13 at 12:25 PM MDT. The onset of the storm is expected at 3:00 PM MDT on Saturday, March 14, with the alert ending at 12:00 PM MDT on Sunday, March 15.

What You Should Do

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

Source: NOAA Official Notice

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What is this weather alerts alert about?
The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Warning for parts of South Dakota and Wyoming, effective Saturday afternoon through Sunday morning.
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This alert was issued by NOAA. The original notice is available at the source link at the bottom of this article.
How severe is this alert?
This alert is classified as "high" severity. Take precautions and monitor for updates.
What area is affected?
This alert affects Northern Black Hills and Foothills. Check with NOAA for the most current geographic scope.
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