Strong Wind — Hood Canal Area, Washington

2016-03-10 · Hood Canal Area, Washington

Event narrative

Hood Canal bridge closed for several hours overnight. A tree knocked onto high voltage lines knocked out power to about 5000 people in Shelton.

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 619181. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.