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FEMA Major Disaster Declaration – South Dakota Straight-line Winds

FEMA Alert

April 7, 2026

FEMA has issued a Major Disaster Declaration for the state of South Dakota to supplement state, tribal and local recovery efforts in areas affected by straight-line winds from December 17-18, 2025. The following counties have been approved for assistance:

Public Assistance:

Custer
Fall River
Pennington

South Dakota Straight-line Winds (DR-4903-SD)

President Donald J. Trump Approves Major Disaster Declaration for South Dakota

List of Affected Zip Codes

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FEMA’s web site

FEMA’s Disaster Declaration Process

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