Dust Storm — Lower Columbia Basin, Washington
2020-02-23 · Lower Columbia Basin, Washington
5
Injuries
Event narrative
Strong winds associated with a cold front resulted in extremely low visibility due to blowing dust along I-82 south of Kennewick. This resulted in numerous motor vehicle accidents and subsequent closure of the Interstate. 5 people were hospitalized with non life threatening injuries.
Wider weather episode
Strong winds associated with a cold front caused very low visibility in blowing dust along I-82 south of Kennewick. This resulted in numerous accidents and a closure of the interstate.
Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 870325. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.