AEUS73 KUNR 121921 AQAUNR Air Quality Alert Message Relayed by National Weather Service Rapid City SD 121 PM MDT Thu Mar 12 2026 WYZ054-055-130730- Northern Campbell-Southern Campbell- Including the cities of Gillette, Recluse, Weston, Rozet, and Wright 121 PM MDT Thu Mar 12 2026 ...BLOWING DUST HEALTH ALERT IN EFFECT FOR THE POWDER RIVER BASIN OF NORTHEASTERN WYOMING IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM MDT THIS EVENING... The following message is transmitted in collaboration with the Wyoming Department of Environmental Quality, Air Quality Division. * WHAT...Very strong west to northwest winds with gusts up to 70 mph. * WHERE...Powder River Basin of northeastern Wyoming. * WHEN...This afternoon through the early evening. * IMPACTS...The strong winds will create blowing dust. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... The Wyoming Air Quality Division recommends the elderly, young children, and individuals with respiratory problems avoid excessive physical exertion and minimize outdoor activities during this time. Although these people are most susceptible to health impacts, the air quality division also advises that everyone should avoid prolonged exposure to the poor air quality conditions. $$