Severe T-Storm Warnings Active Across Dakotas, Nebraska — June 29 — SevereWX

Storms are producing severe weather right now across parts of the Dakotas under a Slight risk from the Storm Prediction Center. Multiple severe thunderstorm warnings target areas in South Dakota and North Dakota, where large hail and damaging winds threaten through the early morning hours. Two recent severe thunderstorm watches cover broader sections of South Dakota until 7:00 AM EDT, keeping the potential for more intense storms alive overnight.

Earlier this evening, the SPC highlighted elevated severe risks in specific areas, including a 60% chance of a watch issuance for storms near the Nebraska-South Dakota border. Conditions remain unstable, with ongoing activity focused in southwestern and central South Dakota as well as north central North Dakota.

Timeline

8:44 PM EDT — SPC highlights severe threat in NW Nebraska/SW South Dakota; 60% watch chance

Storms are developing in parts of northwestern Nebraska into southwestern South Dakota, with a high potential for severe weather including large hail and damaging winds. The Storm Prediction Center notes a 60% probability that a watch will be needed soon for this area. Activity could intensify over the next few hours.

11:02 PM EDT — Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued for central South Dakota

A severe thunderstorm watch is now in effect until 7:00 AM EDT for Buffalo, Hand, Hughes, Hyde, Jones, Lyman, Stanley, and Sully counties in South Dakota. Storms in this region could produce damaging winds and large hail. Residents should stay alert as more storms may develop.

11:13 PM EDT — Severe Thunderstorm Watch issued for southwestern South Dakota

Another severe thunderstorm watch covers Bennett, Haakon, Jackson, Mellette, Oglala Lakota, Todd, and Tripp counties in South Dakota until 7:00 AM EDT. Expect possible severe hail and wind gusts from ongoing and new storms. Prepare for potential impacts overnight.

11:21 PM EDT — SPC: Watch unlikely for north central North Dakota

The Storm Prediction Center assesses low severe potential in parts of north central North Dakota, with only a 5% chance of needing a watch. Isolated storms may still produce gusty winds, but widespread severe weather is not expected here in the coming hours.

11:52 PM EDT — Severe Thunderstorm Warning for north central North Dakota until 12:15 AM EDT

A severe thunderstorm warning is active for McHenry, Pierce, Sheridan, and Wells counties in North Dakota until 12:15 AM EDT. Radar shows storms capable of large hail and damaging wind gusts moving through the area. Take shelter if in the path.

11:55 PM EDT — Severe Thunderstorm Warning for southwestern South Dakota until 12:45 AM EDT

Severe thunderstorms are warned for Bennett, Jackson, and Oglala Lakota counties in South Dakota until 12:45 AM EDT. These storms threaten large hail and strong wind gusts right now. Monitor local updates closely.

12:05 AM EDT — Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Sheridan Co., NE

A severe thunderstorm warning is in effect for Sheridan County in Nebraska until 12:45 AM EDT. These storms may bring damaging winds and large hail. Stay indoors and away from windows if affected.

12:05 AM EDT — Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Benson Co., ND

The National Weather Service has issued a severe thunderstorm warning for Benson County in North Dakota. It remains active until 1:00 AM EDT. Expect strong winds capable of damage and hail larger than quarters.

12:13 AM EDT — Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Pierce & Wells Counties, ND

A severe thunderstorm warning now covers Pierce and Wells Counties in North Dakota until 1:15 AM EDT. Powerful storms could produce destructive wind gusts and very large hail. Seek shelter immediately if in the warned area.

12:25 AM EDT — Severe T-Storm Warning for Sheridan, NE

A severe thunderstorm warning is now in effect for Sheridan County in Nebraska until 12:45 AM EDT. Expect possible damaging winds and large hail from this storm. Seek shelter indoors away from windows.

12:26 AM EDT — Severe T-Storm Warning for Haakon, Jackson, Pennington Counties, SD

Severe thunderstorm warning issued for Haakon, Jackson and Pennington Counties in South Dakota until 1:15 AM EDT. Storms could produce large hail and strong wind gusts. Move to a sturdy building if in the area.

12:27 AM EDT — Severe T-Storm Warning for Pierce, Wells Counties, ND

A severe thunderstorm warning covers Pierce and Wells Counties in North Dakota until 1:15 AM EDT. This storm may bring damaging winds and large hail. Residents should take cover immediately.

12:31 AM EDT — Severe T-Storm Warning: Benson, ND

A severe thunderstorm capable of large hail and damaging winds is impacting Benson County, North Dakota. The warning is in effect until 1:00 AM EDT. Take shelter in a sturdy building if you're in the area.

12:37 AM EDT — Severe T-Storm Warning: Sheridan, NE

Strong storms with potential for large hail and high winds have triggered a Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Sheridan County, Nebraska. It expires at 1:15 AM EDT. Avoid windows and stay indoors.

12:38 AM EDT — Severe T-Storm Warning: Wells, ND

A dangerous thunderstorm producing large hail and strong winds is moving through Wells County, North Dakota. This warning lasts until 1:15 AM EDT. Seek safe shelter right away.

12:40 AM EDT — Severe T-Storm Warning: Sheridan, NE

Another round of severe storms with damaging winds and hail is affecting Sheridan County, Nebraska until 1:30 AM EDT. Heavy rain could cause quick flooding. Move to an interior room.

12:42 AM EDT — Severe T-Storm Warning: Haakon/Jackson/Pennington, SD

Severe thunderstorms bringing large hail and gusty winds are under warning for Haakon, Jackson and Pennington counties in South Dakota until 1:15 AM EDT. Secure outdoor items and stay alert.

12:43 AM EDT — Severe T-Storm Warning: McHenry, ND

Powerful storms capable of producing large hail and damaging winds are hitting McHenry County, North Dakota. The warning runs until 1:45 AM EDT. Have a weather radio handy.

12:43 AM EDT — SPC Mesoscale Discussion 1372 for NW Nebraska, central SD

The Storm Prediction Center issued Mesoscale Discussion 1372 concerning Severe Thunderstorm Watch 412. Storms across parts of northwestern Nebraska into central South Dakota may intensify and turn severe. Conditions continue to be monitored.

12:49 AM EDT — Severe thunderstorm warning issued for McHenry County, ND

A severe thunderstorm warning is now active for McHenry County in North Dakota until 1:45 AM EDT. Expect possible large hail and damaging wind gusts with this storm. Seek shelter indoors if affected.

12:53 AM EDT — Severe thunderstorm warning issued for Sheridan County, NE

A severe thunderstorm warning took effect for Sheridan County in Nebraska until 1:15 AM EDT. Strong winds and large hail are the main threats. Residents should stay alert.

12:54 AM EDT — Severe thunderstorm warning issued for Haakon, Jackson, Pennington counties, SD

Severe thunderstorm warnings are active for Haakon, Jackson, and Pennington counties in South Dakota until 1:15 AM EDT. These storms could produce damaging winds and large hail. Take precautions now.

1:02 AM EDT — Severe thunderstorm warning issued for parts of South Dakota

A severe thunderstorm warning is in effect for Bennett, Jackson, and Oglala Lakota counties in South Dakota until 2:00 AM EDT. This storm may bring damaging winds and large hail. Residents in these areas should seek shelter indoors.

1:05 AM EDT — Severe thunderstorm warning for McHenry County, ND

A severe thunderstorm warning covers McHenry County, North Dakota, until 1:45 AM EDT. Expect possible large hail and strong wind gusts from this storm. Stay alert and monitor local updates.

1:11 AM EDT — Severe thunderstorm warning issued for Sheridan County, NE

Sheridan County, Nebraska, is under a severe thunderstorm warning until 2:15 AM EDT. The storm could produce large hail and damaging winds. Take cover if you're in the warned area.

1:36 AM EDT — Severe thunderstorm warning for northwest Nebraska

A severe thunderstorm warning is in effect until 2:00 AM EDT for Box Butte, Dawes and Sioux counties in Nebraska. These storms may produce damaging winds and large hail. Seek shelter if strong winds or hail approach your area.

1:40 AM EDT — Severe thunderstorm warning for Pierce County, ND

A severe thunderstorm warning is now active until 2:30 AM EDT across Pierce County in North Dakota. Expect possible damaging winds and large hail from this storm. Stay alert and have a plan if severe weather nears.

1:44 AM EDT — Severe thunderstorm warning for southwest South Dakota

Severe thunderstorm warning issued until 2:00 AM EDT for Bennett, Jackson and Oglala Lakota counties in South Dakota. Strong winds capable of damage and large hail are the main threats. Move indoors away from windows if conditions worsen.

1:49 AM EDT — Severe Thunderstorm Warning: Sheridan, NE

A severe thunderstorm bringing large hail and damaging wind gusts is affecting Sheridan County in Nebraska. The warning remains in effect until 2:15 AM EDT. Take cover if you're in the area.

1:49 AM EDT — Severe Thunderstorm Warning: Pierce, ND

Strong thunderstorms capable of producing large hail and high winds are moving through Pierce County in North Dakota. This warning is valid until 2:30 AM EDT. Stay indoors away from windows.

1:55 AM EDT — Severe Thunderstorm Warning: Benson, Ramsey, Towner Counties, ND

Severe thunderstorms with potential for large hail and damaging winds are impacting Benson, Ramsey, and Towner Counties in North Dakota. The warning expires at 3:00 AM EDT. Seek shelter immediately if affected.

1:58 AM EDT — Severe Thunderstorm Warning: Dawes, NE

A potent severe thunderstorm producing large hail and strong wind gusts is over Dawes County in Nebraska. It is in effect until 2:45 AM EDT. Monitor radar and have a plan ready.

What's Next

Overnight storms continue to pose a severe threat across the Dakotas and Nebraska under an Slight risk. Additional severe thunderstorm warnings are likely as cells develop and intensify. Stay vigilant and keep an eye on local NWS updates for any changes.

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