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High Wind Warning
Issued: 2:22 PM Feb. 18, 2026 – National Weather Service
...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM CST THIS AFTERNOON... * WHAT...West winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 65 mph. * WHERE...Codington, Deuel, Grant, Hamlin, and Roberts Counties. * WHEN...Until 2 PM CST this afternoon. * IMPACTS...High winds may move loose debris, damage property and cause power outages. Travel could be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around or damaged by the wind. &&
Winter Weather Advisory
Issued: 1:52 PM Feb. 18, 2026 – National Weather Service
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 PM CST THIS AFTERNOON... * WHAT...Snow and widespread blowing snow. Additional snow accumulations up to two inches. Winds gusting as high as 55 mph. * WHERE...In Minnesota, Big Stone and Traverse Counties. In South Dakota, Grant and Roberts Counties. * WHEN...Until 3 PM CST this afternoon. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Falling and blowing snow, frequently reducing visibility below a half mile, will make travel dangerous, especially in open country. The hazardous conditions could impact the Wednesday morning commute. Very strong winds could cause extensive tree damage. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Slow down and use caution while traveling. In Minnesota, the latest road conditions can be obtained at 511mn.org, or by calling 5 1 1. In South Dakota, the latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1. &&
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