A series of wind and high surf advisories have been issued across the western United States, affecting regions in Washington, Oregon, New York, and Pennsylvania. The National Weather Service (NWS) has warned residents of potentially hazardous conditions, urging caution and preparedness.
In Washington state, multiple Wind Advisories have been issued for various areas, including Island County, Port Townsend, and the northern Washington Coast. The advisories warn of strong winds ranging from 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 50 mph, which could lead to the blowing around of unsecured objects, downed tree limbs, and a few power outages. These conditions are expected to persist until Saturday evening.
Similarly, in central New York and northeast Pennsylvania, a Wind Advisory has been issued by the NWS Binghamton, with west winds of 15 to 25 mph and gusts of 40 to 50 mph forecasted until early Saturday morning. Residents in these areas are advised to secure loose objects and be prepared for potential power outages.
Additionally, a High Surf Advisory has been issued for the North and Central Coast of Oregon, as well as the South Washington Coast. Large waves with breakers reaching up to 20 to 25 feet are expected, posing risks of destructive waves washing over beaches, jetties, and other structures. People are cautioned against being near the water, as sneaker waves could be particularly dangerous.
These weather advisories highlight the importance of staying informed and taking necessary precautions during adverse weather conditions. As climate change continues to impact weather patterns, events like these serve as a reminder of the need for resilience and preparedness in the face of unpredictable and extreme weather phenomena.
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References:
– NWS Seattle WA Wind Advisory: [https://api.weather.gov/alerts/urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.f55e17323c041aba0197c8a32578802a3c078fc1.001.1.cap]
– NWS Binghamton NY Wind Advisory: [https://api.weather.gov/alerts/urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.c3c13136b22a77fc018a40e0a8d32d5187f7a68e.001.1.cap]
– NWS Portland OR High Surf Advisory: [https://api.weather.gov/alerts/urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.a1684951b67ebe15f66599f82bf6d3e9175883b5.001.1.cap]
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