High Wind — Western Columbia River Gorge, Oregon
2022-12-27 · Western Columbia River Gorge, Oregon
1
Direct deaths
1
Injuries
$1.0M
Property damage
52 EG
Magnitude
Event narrative
A tree down on Dodge Ram near exit 40, killing one and injuring a passenger. I-84 was closed for several hours between Troutdale and Cascade Locks due to this incident.
Wider weather episode
High Winds. A strong frontal system probably. South winds probably.
Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1100877. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.