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weather1 year ago•1 min saved

High Winds Cause Major Power Outages Across Western Washington

Over 70,000 customers in western Washington are experiencing power outages due to a wind advisory, with the most affected areas being the Kitsap Peninsula and Whidbey Island. The National Weather Service has issued a Wind Advisory and Gale Warning, predicting strong winds and hazardous conditions through Saturday evening. Puget Sound Energy and Snohomish PUD report significant outages, with gusts expected to reach up to 50 mph in some regions.

via KING5.com|

#national-weather-service #power-outage #puget-sound-energy

weather1 year ago•3 min saved

Bomb Cyclone's Impact Lingers in Bellingham and Issaquah

Sudden Valley, near Bellingham, Washington, was severely impacted by a bomb cyclone, experiencing significant power outages and damage from fallen trees. The unusual easterly winds, intensified by the Cascade mountains, hit Sudden Valley harder due to its dense tree population and exposure to winds from this direction, which are rare. In contrast, Bellingham was largely spared, as typical wind patterns from the west would have affected it more.

via Bellingham Herald|

#bellingham #bomb-cyclone #puget-sound-energy

energy1 year ago•1 min saved

Puget Sound Energy Delays Power Restoration Amid WA Storm Outages

Puget Sound Energy has delayed its power restoration estimates for customers affected by a recent bomb cyclone in Western Washington, which left half a million people without electricity. The utility now expects to restore power by noon Saturday, 6 p.m. Sunday, and 10 a.m. Monday, citing extensive damage and slower-than-expected repair progress. As of Friday night, 96,000 customers remain without power.

via The Seattle Times|

#bomb-cyclone #energy #power-outage

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Northwest Struggles with Power Outages and Flooding After Bomb Cyclone

Three days after a bomb cyclone hit the Northwest, many areas in Western Washington remain without power, affecting essential services and daily life. The storm, with winds up to 74 mph, caused widespread damage, leaving half a million customers without electricity. Puget Sound Energy, the largest utility in the state, is working with additional crews to restore power, but challenges remain due to extensive damage to transmission lines and substations. Communities are coming together to cope, with some residents using generators and wood stoves to manage during the outage.

via The Seattle Times|

#bomb-cyclone #community-response #power-outage

weather1 year ago•2 min saved

High Winds Return to Western Washington on Friday

High winds are expected to hit Western Washington again on Friday, following a recent bomb cyclone that caused significant damage and power outages. The National Weather Service has issued wind warnings, with gusts up to 55 mph expected in some areas. Puget Sound Energy is working to restore power to over 300,000 affected residents, with full restoration anticipated by Saturday. Residents are advised to take safety precautions, especially regarding the use of alternative heating sources.

via KUOW News and Information|

#high-winds #power-outages #puget-sound-energy

local-news1 year ago•1 min saved

West Coast Faces Severe Weather: Power Outages, Deadly Storms, and Treacherous Roads

Puget Sound Energy (PSE) is working to restore power to over 282,000 customers in western Washington after a bomb cyclone storm caused widespread outages. At its peak, the storm left over 400,000 customers without power. PSE is prioritizing power restoration for hospitals and schools, with an expectation to restore power to many customers by Saturday, November 23. This storm is one of the largest in recent years, comparable to major outages in 2012 and 2006.

via KING5.com|

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