Wasco storm history

The Mesonet station MDXO recorded at gust of 59 mph at 1745L from an outflow boundary.

The mesonet station NPFO3 measured a gust of 59 mph at 1848L from an outflow boundary.

Roof torn off carport in the Wolf Creek subdivision north of Warm Springs.

Strong winds estimated at 100-115 mph downed portions of two high tension power towers.

Completely destroyed riverside camps along Deschutes River with debris everywhere.

Flash flooding and debris flow reported. 300 yard debris flow on BIA Route 6. 8 inches of water over roads near Warm Springs.

Occurred on US Highway 97 northbound at mile post 21.

Large oak tree blown down in Wamic.

Large Aspen blown down west of Tygh Valley at the intersection of US Highways 197 and 216.

Several areas of flooding reported due to heavy rainfall and small hail.

Hail up to nickel size and .62 inches of rainfall in 15 minutes was reported.

Trained spotter relayed a report from the public of golf ball size hail in southern Wasco county.

Hail up to quarter size nearly covered the ground.

Branches up to 4 inches in diameter downed by thunderstorm winds.

North Pole Ridge RAWS site measured 59 mph gust with thunderstorm.

Shingles were blown off roofs, patio furniture blown around, and pieces of plywood blown away.

Large hail was accompanied by heavy rainfall.

Tree branches downed from winds estimated over 50 mph.

Deschutes River at Moody fell below flood stage at 0700.

The White River Fire, sparked by lightning, consumed 28,500 acres and four structures. The fire temporarily closed Highway 216.

The Sheldon Ridge Fire, sparked by lightning, consumed 12,681 acres and eight structures, all of which were out buildings. Around 250 homes were threatened by the flames. Oregon National Guard Troops assisted in battling the flames.

A thunderstorm that moved through The Dalles dumped up to 0.67 inches of rain in 20 minutes, knocked out power, and caused some flooding problems. The wind blew trees and tree limbs onto power lines causing power outages to much of the east side of town. Heavy rain caused minor s…