High Wind Warning Issued for Northeast Blue Mountains; Gusts Up to 75 MPH Expected
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NOAA issued it on April 6, 2026, 4 months ago. Warnings of this kind stay in effect for hours to a few days, so this page is a historical record of what was issued, not a current warning. For conditions where you are right now, check weather.gov (US), weather.gc.ca (Canada), the Met Office (UK), or the Bureau of Meteorology (Australia).
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The National Weather Service has issued a High Wind Warning for the Northeast Blue Mountains, effective Wednesday night through Thursday morning, with damaging wind gusts reaching 75 mph.
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- Record type
- High Wind Warning
- Affected area
- Northeast Blue Mountains, Washington
- Issued
- April 6, 2026
- Issuing authority
- NWS Spokane WA
Wind notices are issued against local thresholds and a defined time window. Confirm both in the original notice before making a current-condition decision.
Record status: historical. It was issued 4 months ago; use the issuing agency's live warning service for current conditions in Northeast Blue Mountains, Washington.
Alert Details
A High Wind Warning has been issued by the National Weather Service in Spokane, WA. This alert indicates that a significant wind event is expected to impact the region, posing a threat to property and travel safety.
Affected Areas
The warning specifically covers the Northeast Blue Mountains in Washington. Key locations and landmarks within the impact zone include:
- Anatone
- Mountain Road
- Peola
- Cloverland Road
What You Should Do
Residents in the affected areas are advised to take the following precautions:
- Seek Shelter: Remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm and stay away from windows.
- Watch for Hazards: Be alert for falling debris and tree limbs that may be downed by the wind.
- Travel Safety: Use extreme caution if you must drive. High-profile vehicles will find travel particularly difficult and should avoid being on the road if possible.
Expected Conditions
- Wind Speeds: Sustained southwest winds of 35 to 45 mph are anticipated.
- Wind Gusts: Peak gusts are expected to reach up to 75 mph.
- Impacts: These damaging winds are likely to blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are expected across the region.
Timeline
The High Wind Warning is scheduled to go into effect at 8:00 PM PDT on Wednesday, March 11, 2026. The warning is currently set to expire at 11:00 AM PDT on Thursday, March 12, 2026.
Original source: NOAA Official Notice ↗
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