||| FROM NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE |||
High Wind Warning
Mon 2:58 AM – Tue 10:00 PM
URGENT – WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Seattle WA
258 AM PST Mon Jan 8 2024
San Juan County-Admiralty Inlet Area- Including the cities of Friday Harbor and Port Townsend 258 AM PST Mon Jan 8 2024
…HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 4 AM TO 10 PM PST TUESDAY…
* WHAT…Southwest winds 30 to 50 mph with gusts up to 65 mph expected.
* WHERE…San Juan County and Admiralty Inlet Area.
* WHEN…From 4 AM to 10 PM PST Tuesday.
* IMPACTS…Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…
People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if you must drive.
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