High Wind — Okanogan Highlands, Washington

2025-12-17 · Okanogan Highlands, Washington

Event narrative

Station GMFW1 recorded a max gusts of 59 mph 12 miles Northeast of Keller at 0611 LST. A report of 20 trees downed near Sherman Pass. Damage cost is estimated.

Wider weather episode

A strong cold front moved through Eastern Washington early morning on December 17. It brought gusts in the range 60 to 72 mph. Numerous of reports of downed trees and powerlines. Minor structure damage was reported as some trees fell on houses.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1308119. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.