High Winds Continue Until Afternoon (Power Out to Thousands)

Wind is whipping through the county, particularly the northern half, this morning and is predicted to continue into the afternoon. The National Weather Service said on their Facebook page this morning,

Strong winds will continue through the afternoon today, but should diminish as a cold front passes through the area. Here are some peak wind gusts so far, including a 62 mph gust near Kneeland between 4 and 5 AM. Also, get ready for the rain, as it will more onshore soon and continue through the day.12316646_1044738905571300_6204808166636954836_n

Power is out to thousands of customers. See map below for an overview or click on this link to be taken to an interactive map that provides information on  each area.

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The Weather Service warns that “messy weather” will continue through Friday.

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beel
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beel
8 years ago
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¤₩
8 years ago
Reply to  Kym Kemp

Ya too bad they cut all the old growth up Greenwood Heights and Kneeland, they used to really help buffer the wind up there. Those were some huge trees!!!!

G-ma
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G-ma
8 years ago

Whoa,that’s getting up there.be careful up in higher elevations.stay save

yay a real storm finally!
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yay a real storm finally!
8 years ago

Kym could you post the link to county roads site?
I know they dont update it much but its still nice to have 🙂
Thx much for all you do

Life is Good
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Life is Good
8 years ago

Bring it. Two generators, lots of fuel and wood for the stove. No problem.

clearlake fool
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clearlake fool
8 years ago

was breezy as rain started here in clearlake , actually quite breezy
but only lasted an hour or so
still light rain but no wind at all just before 1 pm
the town of mt. shasta getting lots of snow and interstate 5 is very very wet and at places very white

saucy
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saucy
8 years ago

I’m loving the rain..

Lost Croat Outburst
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Lost Croat Outburst
8 years ago
Reply to  saucy

Me, too! Good solid soaker. Sorry about the wind damage and power outtages. We need this water.