SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (AP) - April showers gave way to heavy, wet May snow and high winds that brought down power lines in eastern South Dakota.
Xcel Energy reports that more than 2,200 customers lost power Monday morning as the wintry conditions brought down utility poles. Fewer than 700 customers remained without power by 2 p.m.
Northbound lanes of Interstate 29 were closed Monday morning after power lines fell onto the highway.
Sioux Valley Energy says about 1,400 of its customers lost service for part of the day, mainly in Minnehaha County.
The National Weather Service says about 4 inches of snow fell in the Sioux Falls area. With temperatures in the mid-40s, it was melting quickly. Highs in the 60s are forecast for the rest of the week.
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