Power Outage Leaves Thousands in Washington Without Electricity
Severe weather is impacting thousands of residents in Washington state due to high winds. The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a wind advisory for the region, predicting gusts could reach up to 60 mph.
Power Outage Leaves Thousands in Washington Without Electricity
The advisory is in effect from 4 p.m. Tuesday until 6 a.m. Wednesday. NWS warns that these gusty winds may cause various issues, including:
- Blowing around unsecured objects
- Downed tree limbs
- Power outages
Current Outages in Washington State
As of 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, approximately 5,481 residents in Washington are experiencing power outages. The most affected areas include:
- Pierce County: 2,721 customers without power, primarily in Kent, Auburn, and Lake Tapps. The outages are attributed to equipment failure, as reported by Puget Sound Energy.
- Kitsap County: 1,153 individuals are currently without electricity.
- North Seattle: Outages decreased from nearly 2,000 to just 28 customers, thanks to prompt actions from Seattle City Light crews.
As the situation progresses, updates will be provided as necessary. Residents are advised to stay safe and prepared for continued windy conditions.
