Wind & Lightning Advisory at Noon today, Aug. 5
This strike of lighting hit east of Dallesport around 3:30 p.m. this afternoon, Aug. 5.
From the National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration:
Eastern Columbia River Gorge of Oregon-
Eastern Columbia River Gorge of Washington-Kittitas Valley-
Including the cities of Arlington, The Dalles, White Salmon,
Ellensburg, and Thorp
253 AM PDT Thu Aug 5 2021
...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 11 PM PDT THIS EVENING...
* WHAT...Northwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts to 45 mph expected.
* WHERE...In Washington, Eastern Columbia River Gorge and Kittitas Valley. In Oregon, Eastern Columbia River Gorge.
* WHEN...From noon today to 11 PM PDT this evening.
* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high-profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.
