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High Wind in Western Strait of Juan De Fuca, Washington

High Wind January 1, 1997 · Western Strait of Juan De Fuca, Washington

Wind speed (unit not recorded)

The wider storm

Winds on the Olympic Penisula gusted to 80 mph, downing trees and cutting off power to some residents. Tatoosh Island, just off the coast, had sustained winds of 69 mph. Highway 101 was impassable at several spots due to flooding, mudslides and fallen trees. Highway 101 near Blyn was covered with 4 feet of water, mainly due to melting snow.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event 5585214. Narratives are written by the National Weather Service forecast office that issued the report.

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