Severe Weather: Bomb Cyclone Causes Widespread Power Outages in Western Washington

Severe Weather Disrupts Western Washington: High Winds and Power Outages

On Tuesday night, a bomb cyclone brought strong winds to western Washington, leaving thousands without power.

The National Weather Service issued a high wind warning for several areas, including the Washington coast, east Puget Sound lowlands, and Bellevue. The warning extended to Seattle and Everett as winds reached 30-40 mph, with gusts up to 65 mph.

By 10:09 p.m., over 519,000 power outages were reported across the region. PSE indicated that their outage map was experiencing technical difficulties.

Significant wind gusts were recorded, including:

• 77 mph at Sunrise, Mount Rainier
• 74 mph in Enumclaw
• 57 mph in Federal Way
• 55 mph at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport

Sound Transit reported delays on the 1 Line and outages at some 2 Line stations due to the storm.

Tragically, a woman in her 50s died when a tree fell on a homeless encampment in Lynnwood. No other injuries were reported.

First responders urged the public to stay vigilant and avoid unnecessary travel in severe weather. They emphasized the danger of downed power lines, advising people to stay at least 30 feet away and to report any hazards.

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