Powerful Windstorm Hits Western Washington, 100K Lose Power
A potent storm swept through Western Washington on Saturday evening, bringing wind gusts exceeding 60 mph and causing widespread power outages. Over 100,000 customers were left without electricity, with nearly half of the outages reported in Seattle. The storm, which originated in central British Columbia, brought strong winds to the coast and triggered a cold front across the region. High Wind Warnings were issued for coastal areas, while Wind Advisories remained in effect for the Olympic Peninsula and Puget Sound. The National Weather Service highlighted the storm's convective properties, issuing a rare Mesoscale Convective Discussion for the area. The storm caused significant damage, including downed trees and vehicle accidents in Lewis County. Winds and rain are expected to taper off by Sunday morning, with calmer conditions forecasted into Monday.
