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Wind Advisory
Issued: 7:38 PM May. 12, 2026 – National Weather Service
...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM CDT THIS EVENING... * WHAT...Northwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 45 mph expected. * WHERE...Much of central North Dakota, including the James River Valley. * WHEN...Until 7 PM CDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Objects left unsecured outside will be blown around. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution. &&
Red Flag Warning
Issued: 6:28 PM May. 12, 2026 – National Weather Service
...RED FLAG WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM CDT THIS EVENING FOR WIND AND LOW RELATIVE HUMIDITY FOR CENTRAL NORTH DAKOTA AND THE JAMES RIVER VALLEY... * WINDS...Northwest 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph. * RELATIVE HUMIDITY...As low as 21 percent. * AFFECTED AREA...Central North Dakota, including the James River Valley. * IMPACTS...Any fires that ignite will spread rapidly and become difficult to control or suppress. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Red Flag Warning means that critical fire weather conditions are expected. A combination of strong winds, low relative humidity, and warm temperatures can contribute to extreme fire behavior. &&
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