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weather NWS severe Brookings, SD July 12, 2026 at 1:40 AM

Flood Warning

...The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in South Dakota...

Big Sioux River near Bruce affecting Brookings County.

* WHAT...Minor flooding is occurring.

* WHERE...Big Sioux River near Bruce.

* WHEN...Until further notice.

* IMPACTS...At 8.0 feet, The lower banks on the left side of the river overflow.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 7:45 PM CDT Saturday the stage was 8.2 feet. - Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending at 7:45 PM CDT Saturday was 8.4 fee

Flooding in Brookings, SD can cut off roads with little warning, damage homes near low-lying areas, and disrupt power and water service. Even a few inches of moving water can carry away a vehicle.

This report is based on information from NWS, monitored by Alert USA's verified emergency feed.

Alert USA anticipates a high chance of travel disruptions, elevated property risk in low-lying areas, and possible power outages while the event is active.

Recommended steps: avoid flooded roads — turn around, don't drown; move to higher ground if you are in a low-lying area; charge phones and prepare for power loss; check on family and neighbors.

Alert USA is tracking this flood event and will update this report as verified information becomes available.

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