* WHAT…Southwest winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph expected. Gusts up to 70 mph possible for beaches and headlands.
* WHERE…In Oregon, North Oregon Coast and Coast Range of Northwest Oregon. In Washington, Willapa Hills and South Washington Coast.
* WHEN…From 6 PM this evening to 4 PM PST Tuesday.
* IMPACTS…Strong winds may result in downed tree limbs, potentially leading to a few power outages. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
* AFFECTED AREAS: NORTH OREGON COAST … COAST RANGE OF NORTHWEST OREGON … WILLAPA HILLS … SOUTH WASHINGTON COAST
Instructions:
Secure outdoor objects, as they may be blown around by the strong winds. Drivers of lightly loaded trucks and others in high profile vehicles such as motor homes and those towing trailers should be prepared for difficult driving conditions.
Severity: Severe – Significant threat to life or property
Urgency: Expected – Responsive action SHOULD be taken soon (within next hour)
Certainty: Likely (p > ~50%)
Category: MET: Meteorological (inc. flood)
Event Description: High Wind Warning