First published 9/19/2026, 12:17:15 AM · Last updated 9/19/2026, 12:17:15 AM

Special Weather Statement issued September 18 at 6:00PM MDT by NWS Rapid City SD

The National Weather Service office in Rapid City, SD issued a Special Weather Statement on September 18 at 6:00 PM MDT (published 2026-09-19T00:00:00Z). The source item provides the advisory headline but no details about the specific hazard, timing, or impacts.

Categories: severe-weather-and-natural-disasters

Generated scores

Scores are based on the cited reporting and use a 1–10 scale. Read the methodology.

Confidence: 8/10How certain the assessment is based on the clarity and evidence in the cited reporting.
Geographic reach: 3/10How widely the event reaches, from a local area (1) to worldwide impact (10).
Global importance: 5/10The event's broader significance, from limited importance (1) to major global importance (10).
Impact magnitude: 3/10The scale or severity of the real-world impact, from minor (1) to extreme (10).
Positivity: 2/10How harmful or beneficial the event is, from strongly harmful (1) to strongly positive (10).
Urgency: 6/10How time-sensitive the event is, from low urgency (1) to immediate attention needed (10).

Why it matters

Special Weather Statements flag near-term hazardous or notable weather that can affect residents and travelers in the Rapid City area. Even when details are not included in the headline, recipients should seek the full advisory to determine safety actions and travel plans.

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Special Weather Statement issued September 18 at 6:00PM MDT by NWS Rapid City SD

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