Headline:
Blowing Dust Advisory issued May 14 at 12:44PM CDT until May 14 at 9:00PM CDT by NWS Bismarck ND
Event:
Blowing Dust Advisory
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 14, 2026 - 10:44am
Expires:
May 14, 2026 - 6:45pm
Description:
* WHAT...For the Blowing Dust Advisory, visibility frequently under a
mile in blowing dust. For the High Wind Warning, west winds 40 mph
with gusts up to 70 mph.
* WHERE...Portions of north central and northwest North Dakota.
* WHEN...For the Blowing Dust Advisory, until 9 PM CDT /8 PM MDT/
this evening. For the High Wind Warning, until 7 PM CDT /6 PM MDT/
Friday.
* IMPACTS...The high winds may damage roofs, small outbuildings and
signs. Travel will be difficult due to the strong winds and low
visibilities. Objects left unsecured outside will be blown around.
Instruction:
Persons with respiratory problems should make preparations to stay
indoors until the winds subside. Be ready for a sudden drop in
visibility to near zero at times. Secure things that could be blown
around. Be careful when traveling.
Area Description:
Divide; Burke; Renville; Bottineau; Williams; Mountrail; McKenzie; Northwest Ward; Central and Southern Ward/Minot Area
Forcast Office:
NWS Bismarck ND
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov