Headline:
High Wind Warning issued March 10 at 9:51PM PDT until March 12 at 11:00AM PDT by NWS Spokane WA
Event:
High Wind Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
March 10, 2026 - 9:51pm
Expires:
March 11, 2026 - 3:15pm
Description:
* WHAT...Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 60 mph
expected. Wind gusts in the mountains up to 75 mph.
* WHERE...Nespelem, Okanogan, Cashmere, Tonasket, Entiat,
Leavenworth, Number 2 Canyon, Wenatchee, Omak, Number 1 Canyon,
Chelan, Disautel Pass, Brewster, Plain, Oroville, Bridgeport, and
Pangborn Airport.
* WHEN...From 8 PM Wednesday to 11 AM PDT Thursday.
* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines.
Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult,
especially for high profile vehicles.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strongest wind gusts for the Okanogan Valley
are expected south of Omak. Gusts 40 to 50 mph expected between
Omak and Oroville.
Instruction:
Remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and
avoid windows. Watch for falling debris and tree limbs. Use caution
if you must drive.
Area Description:
Wenatchee Area; Okanogan Valley; Central Chelan County
Forcast Office:
NWS Spokane WA
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov