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Extreme damage from 131 mph wind brings governor and state response to Highmore

The light shining on the crucifix is sunlight creeping in through the roof at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Highmore, SD, which was split in half during 130+ MPH winds on Monday, June 29, 2026. (photo by Joseph Mat/Hannah Ekwall TV Facebook page)

HIGHMORE — Strong storms ripped through portions of central and eastern South Dakota early Monday morning, leaving roofs torn off homes, vehicles tipped over, grain bins caved in and wind turbine towe…