High Wind — North Coast, Washington

2016-03-10 · North Coast, Washington

Event narrative

Destruction Island had sustained wind of 50+ KT for several hours. This verifies high wind on the north coast. La Push also recorded 43g62 mph for a few hours.

Wider weather episode

High wind occurred for several hours on the coast and over the north interior. Power out to about 50000 customers. Hood Canal bridge closed for 2 hours. Ferry service suspended. A 75 year old fishing boat was destroy when it broke free from its moorage and was pounded against some rocks.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 615024. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.