Winter Storm in Lower Columbia, Washington

A Pacific storm brought high winds and heavy rains to the area. More than 500 customers lost power due mainly to fallen trees and downed limbs in Ocean Park, Ilwaco, and the Cape Disappointment. In Wahkiakum County, Highway 4 was closed with 3 feet of water at Seal River, and at Grays River and Altoona Road. In Cowlitz County, 4100 lost power, including the entire town of Toutle. In 24 hours South Bend recorded 4.30 inches of rain, Long Beach 3.79 inches, and Francis in the Coastal Mountains reported 4.30 inches.