Atmospheric River to Impact the Northwest; Windy Conditions in the Northeast

A strong atmospheric river moving into northern California later today will bring a threat for moderate to heavy rainfall and flooding, gusty to high winds, and mountain snows for parts of the Northwest U.S. through Wednesday. Gusty winds and isolated showers are expected today in the Northeast U.S. behind a cold front. Wind Advisories have been issued. Read More >

October 22 is Winter Weather Preparedness Day Across South Dakota!

Blizzards that last for days, snow that accumulates by the foot, bitter wind and cold that stings the face, all of these things are just part of living on the Great Plains during the winter months!

While we are no strangers to the hazards winter can bring, it is still prudent to review safety and preparedness steps that should be taken before, during and after winter storms.

The National Weather Service asks emergency management, public safety officials, local media, Weather-Ready Nation Ambassadors and YOU to join forces in improving the nation's readiness, responsiveness, and overall resilience against extreme weather during the winter weather season.

For quick, easy and free to use graphics and information visit:

https://www.weather.gov/wrn/winter-sm

Also, check out our Winter Weather safety facts using the icons below.