Island County Emergency Alerts
High Wind Warning issued March 11 at 10:05PM PDT until March 12 at 5:00AM PDT by NWS Seattle WA
Headline
High Wind Warning issued March 11 at 10:05PM PDT until March 12 at 5:00AM PDT by NWS Seattle WA
Description
* WHAT...West winds 25 to 40 mph with gusts 55 to 65 mph.
* WHERE...Island County and Port Townsend Area.
* WHEN...Until 5 AM PDT Thursday.
* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines.
Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult,
especially for high profile vehicles.
Instructions
People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around trees
and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of your home
during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if you must
drive.
Additional Details
| Type | Alert |
| Phenomena | High Wind |
| Severity | Warning |
| Event Code | HWW |
| Area | Port Townsend Area; Island County |
| Sent | Wednesday, March 11, 2026 10:05 PM PDT |
| Expires | Thursday, March 12, 2026 5:00 AM PDT |
| Sender | NWS Seattle WA |
| Id | urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.eb25e93acc297bdad5cd3696f7de9145290413d0.001.2 |