Headline:
Blowing Dust Advisory issued May 15 at 4:08PM CDT until May 15 at 9:00PM CDT by NWS Grand Forks ND
Event:
Blowing Dust Advisory
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 15, 2026 - 2:08pm
Expires:
May 15, 2026 - 7:00pm
Description:
* WHAT...For the High Wind Warning, west winds 25 to 35 mph with
gusts up to 45 mph. For the Blowing Dust Advisory, visibility
between one-quarter and one mile in blowing dust.
* WHERE...Cavalier, Nelson, Ramsey, Towner, and Western Walsh
Counties.
* WHEN...Until 9 PM CDT this evening.
* IMPACTS...Hazardous driving conditions due to reduced visibility.
Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. Widespread
power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, especially
for high profile vehicles.
Instruction:
Persons with respiratory problems should make preparations to stay
indoors until the storm passes. Be ready for a sudden drop in
visibility to near zero. If you encounter blowing dust or blowing
sand on the roadway or see it approaching, pull off the road as far
as possible and put your vehicle in park. Turn the lights all the
way off and keep foot off the brake pedal. Remember, 'Pull Aside,
Stay Alive'.
Remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and
avoid windows. Watch for falling debris and tree limbs. Use caution
if you must drive.
Area Description:
Towner; Cavalier; Ramsey; Nelson; Western Walsh County
Forcast Office:
NWS Grand Forks ND
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov