High Wind in Spokane Area, Washington

High Wind March 11, 2026 – March 12, 2026 · Spokane Area, Washington

68 mph

Measured gust (59 kt)

$100K

Damage as recorded

What the National Weather Service wrote

High winds of sustained 35 to 45 mph and gusts up to 68 mph impacted the Spokane area. Damage included numerous trees and power lines down through the Spokane, South Hill, and Dishman areas. One tree fell on an unoccupied vehicle. Another fell on a mobile home. No injuries reported. Cost is estimated.

The wider storm

A high wind event occured over Eastern Washington overnight on March 11 to 12. A strong low level jet mixed down to the lower levels. It brought periods of high winds sustained in the 30 to 40 mph range and gusts up to 70 mph for portions of the region. It was followed by a cold front that brought snow amounts ranging from 2 to 8 inches.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event 1328706. Narratives are written by the National Weather Service forecast office that issued the report.

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