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Storm Impacting the Northwest U.S.; Fire Weather Conditions in Southern California; Severe Weather in the South

A Pacific storm is bringing areas of low elevation rain, moderate to heavy mountain snow, and high winds to the Northwest. Strong Santa Ana winds and very dry conditions are producing elevated to critical fire weather conditions in southern California. Isolated strong to severe thunderstorms are possible through early Wednesday morning across parts of northeast Texas into western Tennessee. Read More >

2024 is winding down, and our forecast period now covers the rest of the year! There is ~15% chance for rain over northeastern South Dakota and western Minnesota Friday, and a ~40% chance for an inch of snow over central South Dakota Monday.
Have a prepared and safe holiday season by following the following winter travel safety tips. Share your travel plans with friends or family, winterize your vehicle, pack an emergency supply kit, get the weather forecast, and check road conditions.
NOAA Weather Radio KZZ60 located in Reliance, SD that covers portions of Brule, Buffalo, Gregory, Hand, Hughes, Hyde, Lyman and Trip Counties remains unavailable until further notice due to work on the tower. Additional transmitters that cover portions of the area remain available, including Pierre and Wessington. Follow radio, television, our social media, and our webpage for the most up to date information and warnings.