Storm Warning: Strong Winds Expected Across Pacific Northwest on Christmas Eve
TL;DR
The National Weather Service has issued wind advisories for western Oregon and Washington for Christmas Eve, with a 20% chance of gusts reaching 70 mph due to a storm coming from California. Most likely, the storm will hit the Cascade Mountains with gusts of 35-50 mph, potentially causing power outages and travel issues, but less severe than the historic 1962 Columbus Day storm. Preparations are underway, and safety advice is emphasized for travelers and residents.
- National Weather Service gives 20% chance of 70 mph winds in western Oregon, Washington for Christmas Eve Oregon Public Broadcasting - OPB
- First Alert: Strong, damaging wind possible Christmas Eve KPTV
- High winds expected in Willamette Valley and southwest Washington as storm system moves in KATU
- Power companies brace for Christmas Eve windstorm across Oregon KGW
- Traveling in PNW on Christmas Eve? Prepare for winter storms and wind KOIN.com
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