North Dakota Moderate Special Weather Statement | Effective 07/05/2026 21:20

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued July 5 at 11:20PM CDT by NWS Bismarck ND
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
July 5, 2026 - 9:20pm
Expires: 
July 5, 2026 - 11:00pm
Description: 
A period of strong south winds gusting up to 55 mph will continue moving across parts of central North Dakota tonight. The winds are being caused by nearby thunderstorms, but are occurring away from the storms themselves, and may be accompanied by little to no rain. The winds may increase quickly at your location and remain strong for up to an hour before weakening. The strong winds may cause difficult driving conditions, especially for high profile vehicles. The winds may also result in downed tree branches, and will blow around objects that are not secured.
Area Description: 
McHenry; Mercer; Oliver; Sheridan; Central and Southern Ward/Minot Area; Western McLean; Eastern McLean
Forcast Office: 
NWS Bismarck ND
Sender: 
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov