A severe storm system tore through central and eastern South Dakota on Thursday afternoon (May 12, 2022) and Thursday night, damaging buildings and vehicles, downing trees and power lines, and leaving people stranded in their vehicles as dust storms rolled across the region. One fatality occurred in Sioux Falls as a result of the storm.
A nursing home in Salem was destroyed, and the roof of another building was lifted.
No travel was advised in Emery due to downed power lines and other damage.
National Weather Service Meteorologist Matthew Myers says Madison was one of the hardest hit areas.
He says several areas were hit by strong winds.
There were reports of tornadoes in Salem, near Howard, and outside of Alexandria. Myers says those have not yet been confirmed, and crews will be out assessing today.
Tripp reported a wind gust of 107 MPH. Madison had a gust of 97 MPH, and Huron had a top gust of 90 MPH.
(News partner KMIT radio contributed to this story.)
May 12, 2022, storm in Parkston, SD.
May 12, 2022, storm in Salem, SD.
May 12, 2022, storm in Salem, SD.
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