By Rod Hill on 2016-10-15
What was expected to be our typical wind event has likely peaked as of 3:30 this afternoon with the main surface front pushing through. Gusty winds at times will continue into tonight. Tens of thousands have lost power at times and multiple reports of downed trees are scattered across the valley. Many areas report peak winds between 25-35 mph, but there were strong winds as predicted.
Here are a few peak wind gusts:
Portland (PDX) 53 MPH, Oregon Zoo 49, Salem 52, Hillsboro 53, Happy Valley 48, McMinnville 46, Ridgefield 45, Scappoose 41, Keizer 40 mph. A report at 1,200 feet near Newberg of 61 mph.
Coast wind reports: Garibaldi 77 mph, Manzanita 64, Long Beach 62, Pacific City 61, Lincoln City 55, Yachats 63 mph.
Coast Range Winds: 80-102 mph along the highest peaks.
MT. Hood: 7,000 Feet 60 mph.
-Rod Hill
WINTER OUTLOOK 2016-2017