What to know about derechos amid threat to South Dakota and Minnesota on Monday:
Gusts over 75 mph are possible.
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Severe Derecho Threatens Northern Plains MondayWinds up to 90 mph expected with potential property damage and flash flooding across South Dakota and Minnesota on July 28.
Key FactsJul 28, 2025 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
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- A derecho, characterized by sustained winds over 75 mph, is forecast to impact parts of the Northern Plains and Upper Midwest on Monday.
- This storm extends roughly 250 miles and can cause more destruction than tornadoes.
- It is expected to develop in eastern South Dakota before moving eastward into southern Minnesota and northern Iowa.
- Severe hail, a few tornadoes, and isolated flash flooding may accompany the intense wind event.
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