High Wind in Washington Palouse, Washington

High Wind March 28, 2021 · Washington Palouse, Washington

59 mph

Measured gust (51 kt)

What the National Weather Service wrote

A CoCoRaHS observer in Thorton measured a 59 mph maximum wind gust on March 28th. The time is an estimate based on other peak winds in the area.

The wider storm

A passing cold front produced strong winds in eastern Washington on March 28th. Winds reached gusts of 50-65 mph. These powerful winds produced blowing dust in the dry Columbia Basin and damage due to downed trees in much of far eastern Washington. Blowing dust had significant impact on travel creating poor visibility on major interstates and highways. The strongest winds and damage occurred in the late afternoon and early evening which created hazardous roadways for the evening commute.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event 949512. Narratives are written by the National Weather Service forecast office that issued the report.

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