High Wind — Western Skagit County, Washington
2016-03-10 · Western Skagit County, Washington
$20K
Property damage
37 MS
Magnitude
Event narrative
Mt. Vernon recorded wind of 43g55 mph.
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 615027. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.