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High Wind Warning 1, NWS Portland, OR
NWS Portland, OR issued this high wind warning at Jan 1, 2021, 3:23 PM PST. It took effect at Jan 2, 2021, 12:00 PM PST. It was in force for 13 hr. No storm report in the archive falls inside the area while it was in force.
The area
The counties it named.
The facts
- Issued
- Jan 1, 2021, 3:23 PM PST (23:23 UTC)
- In effect from
- Jan 2, 2021, 12:00 PM PST
- Expired
- Jan 3, 2021, 1:00 AM PST
- In force
- 13 hr
- Issued by
- NWS Portland, OR
The text
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138 WWUS76 KPQR 012323 NPWPQR URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Portland OR 323 PM PST Fri Jan 1 2021 WAZ021-020730- /O.UPG.KPQR.HW.A.0001.210102T2000Z-210103T1500Z/ /O.NEW.KPQR.HW.W.0001.210102T2000Z-210103T0500Z/ South Washington Coast- Including the cities of Raymond, Long Beach, Ocean Park, Naselle, Cathlamet, and Cape Disappointment 323 PM PST Fri Jan 1 2021 ...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM NOON TO 9 PM PST SATURDAY... * WHAT...South winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 65 mph. * WHERE...South Washington Coast. * WHEN...From noon to 9 PM PST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds may blow down weaker trees and limbs, potentially bringing down power lines. Isolated power outages are possible. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... 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. && $$ ORZ001-002-020730- /O.UPG.KPQR.HW.A.0001.210102T2000Z-210103T1500Z/ /O.NEW.KPQR.HW.W.0001.210102T2000Z-210103T0900Z/ North Oregon Coast-Central Oregon Coast- Including the cities of Astoria, Cannon Beach, Tillamook, Netarts, Pacific City, Lincoln City, Newport, Cape Foulweather, Yachats, and Florence 323 PM PST Fri Jan 1 2021 ...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM NOON SATURDAY TO 1 AM PST SUNDAY... * WHAT...South winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 65 mph. Gusts as high as 75 mph possible for exposed beaches and headlands. * WHERE...North Oregon Coast and Central Oregon Coast. * WHEN...From noon Saturday to 1 AM PST Sunday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds may blow down trees and power lines. Scattered power outages are possible. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if you must drive. && $$ ORZ006>008-WAZ039-020730- /O.NEW.KPQR.WI.Y.0001.210103T0000Z-210103T0800Z/ Greater Portland Metro Area-Central Willamette Valley- South Willamette Valley-Greater Vancouver Area- Including the cities of Hillsboro, Portland, Wilsonville, Oregon City, Gresham, Troutdale, Salem, McMinnville, Woodburn, Stayton, Dallas, Eugene, Springfield, Corvallis, Albany, Lebanon, Vancouver, Battle Ground, Ridgefield, Washougal, Yacolt, and Amboy 323 PM PST Fri Jan 1 2021 ...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 4 PM SATURDAY TO MIDNIGHT PST SATURDAY NIGHT... * WHAT...South winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected. * WHERE...In Washington, Greater Vancouver Area. In Oregon, the entire Willamette Valley, including the Greater Portland, Salem, and Eugene areas. * WHEN...From 4 PM Saturday to midnight PST Saturday night. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and scattered power outages may result. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects. && $$ ORZ003-004-WAZ020-020730- /O.CON.KPQR.HW.A.0001.210102T2000Z-210103T1500Z/ Coast Range of Northwest Oregon- Central Coast Range of Western Oregon-Willapa Hills- Including the cities of Vernonia, Jewell, Sunset Summit, Lees Camp, Trask, Grande Ronde, Burnt Woods, Tidewater, Swisshome, Veneta, Willapa, Frances, and Ryderwood 323 PM PST Fri Jan 1 2021 ...HIGH WIND WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY AFTERNOON THROUGH SUNDAY MORNING... * WHAT...Southwest winds of 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph possible across the lowest valleys, but wind gusts of 60 to 75 mph will be possible across the higher terrain. * WHERE...Willapa Hills, Coast Range of Northwest Oregon and Central Coast Range of Western Oregon. * WHEN...From Saturday afternoon through Sunday morning with winds likely peaking late Saturday evening. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines. Scattered power outages are possible. Travel could be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates on this situation. Fasten loose objects or shelter objects in a safe location prior to the onset of winds. && $$ Weagle For more information from the National Weather Service visit https://weather.gov/portland
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065 WWUS76 KPQR 012329 AAA NPWPQR URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE...UPDATED National Weather Service Portland OR 329 PM PST Fri Jan 1 2021 Updated to correct a header. No other changes were made. WAZ021-021400- /O.CON.KPQR.HW.W.0001.210102T2000Z-210103T0500Z/ South Washington Coast- Including the cities of Raymond, Long Beach, Ocean Park, Naselle, Cathlamet, and Cape Disappointment 329 PM PST Fri Jan 1 2021 ...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON TO 9 PM PST SATURDAY... * WHAT...South winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 65 mph. * WHERE...South Washington Coast. * WHEN...From noon to 9 PM PST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds may blow down weaker trees and limbs, potentially bringing down power lines. Isolated power outages are possible. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... 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. && $$ ORZ001-002-021400- /O.CON.KPQR.HW.W.0001.210102T2000Z-210103T0900Z/ North Oregon Coast-Central Oregon Coast- Including the cities of Astoria, Cannon Beach, Tillamook, Netarts, Pacific City, Lincoln City, Newport, Cape Foulweather, Yachats, and Florence 329 PM PST Fri Jan 1 2021 ...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON SATURDAY TO 1 AM PST SUNDAY... * WHAT...South winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 65 mph. Gusts as high as 75 mph possible for exposed beaches and headlands. * WHERE...North Oregon Coast and Central Oregon Coast. * WHEN...From noon Saturday to 1 AM PST Sunday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds may blow down trees and power lines. Scattered power outages are possible. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if you must drive. && $$ ORZ006>008-WAZ039-021400- /O.CON.KPQR.WI.Y.0001.210103T0000Z-210103T0800Z/ Greater Portland Metro Area-Central Willamette Valley- South Willamette Valley-Greater Vancouver Area- Including the cities of Hillsboro, Portland, Wilsonville, Oregon City, Gresham, Troutdale, Salem, McMinnville, Woodburn, Stayton, Dallas, Eugene, Springfield, Corvallis, Albany, Lebanon, Vancouver, Battle Ground, Ridgefield, Washougal, Yacolt, and Amboy 329 PM PST Fri Jan 1 2021 ...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 4 PM SATURDAY TO MIDNIGHT PST SATURDAY NIGHT... * WHAT...South winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected. * WHERE...In Washington, Greater Vancouver Area. In Oregon, the entire Willamette Valley including the Greater Portland, Salem, and Eugene areas. * WHEN...From 4 PM Saturday to midnight PST Saturday night. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and scattered power outages may result. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects. && $$ ORZ003-004-WAZ020-021400- /O.CON.KPQR.HW.A.0001.210102T2000Z-210103T1500Z/ Coast Range of Northwest Oregon- Central Coast Range of Western Oregon-Willapa Hills- Including the cities of Vernonia, Jewell, Sunset Summit, Lees Camp, Trask, Grande Ronde, Burnt Woods, Tidewater, Swisshome, Veneta, Willapa, Frances, and Ryderwood 329 PM PST Fri Jan 1 2021 ...HIGH WIND WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY AFTERNOON THROUGH SUNDAY MORNING... * WHAT...Southwest winds of 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph possible across the lowest valleys, but wind gusts of 60 to 75 mph will be possible across the higher terrain. * WHERE...Willapa Hills, Coast Range of Northwest Oregon and Central Coast Range of Western Oregon. * WHEN...From Saturday afternoon through Sunday morning with winds likely peaking late Saturday evening. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines. Scattered power outages are possible. Travel could be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates on this situation. Fasten loose objects or shelter objects in a safe location prior to the onset of winds. && $$ Weagle For more information from the National Weather Service visit https://weather.gov/portland
736 WWUS76 KPQR 021356 NPWPQR URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Portland OR 556 AM PST Sat Jan 2 2021 ORZ003-004-WAZ020-021500- /O.CAN.KPQR.HW.A.0001.210102T2000Z-210103T1500Z/ Coast Range of Northwest Oregon- Central Coast Range of Western Oregon-Willapa Hills- 556 AM PST Sat Jan 2 2021 ...HIGH WIND WATCH IS CANCELLED... Southwest winds are expected to stay below high wind criteria, with gusts up to 45 mph across the lowest valleys, and wind gusts up to 55 mph across the higher terrain. $$ WAZ021-030200- /O.CON.KPQR.HW.W.0001.210102T2000Z-210103T0500Z/ South Washington Coast- Including the cities of Raymond, Long Beach, Ocean Park, Naselle, Cathlamet, and Cape Disappointment 556 AM PST Sat Jan 2 2021 ...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 9 PM PST THIS EVENING... * WHAT...South winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 65 mph. * WHERE...South Washington Coast. * WHEN...From noon to 9 PM PST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds may blow down weaker trees and limbs, potentially bringing down power lines. Isolated power outages are possible. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if you must drive. && $$ ORZ001-002-030200- /O.CON.KPQR.HW.W.0001.210102T2000Z-210103T0900Z/ North Oregon Coast-Central Oregon Coast- Including the cities of Astoria, Cannon Beach, Tillamook, Netarts, Pacific City, Lincoln City, Newport, Cape Foulweather, Yachats, and Florence 556 AM PST Sat Jan 2 2021 ...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 1 AM PST SUNDAY... * WHAT...South winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 65 mph. Gusts as high as 75 mph possible for exposed beaches and headlands. * WHERE...North Oregon Coast and Central Oregon Coast. * WHEN...From noon Saturday to 1 AM PST Sunday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds may blow down trees and power lines. Scattered power outages are possible. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... 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. && $$ ORZ006>008-WAZ039-030200- /O.CON.KPQR.WI.Y.0001.210103T0000Z-210103T0800Z/ Greater Portland Metro Area-Central Willamette Valley- South Willamette Valley-Greater Vancouver Area- Including the cities of Hillsboro, Portland, Wilsonville, Oregon City, Gresham, Troutdale, Salem, McMinnville, Woodburn, Stayton, Dallas, Eugene, Springfield, Corvallis, Albany, Lebanon, Vancouver, Battle Ground, Ridgefield, Washougal, Yacolt, and Amboy 556 AM PST Sat Jan 2 2021 ...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 4 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO MIDNIGHT PST TONIGHT... * WHAT...South winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected. * WHERE...In Washington, Greater Vancouver Area. In Oregon, the entire Willamette Valley including the Greater Portland, Salem, and Eugene areas. * WHEN...From 4 PM Saturday to midnight PST Saturday night. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and scattered power outages may result. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects. && $$ For more information from the National Weather Service visit https://weather.gov/portland
274 WWUS76 KPQR 022248 NPWPQR URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Portland OR 248 PM PST Sat Jan 2 2021 WAZ021-030500- /O.CON.KPQR.HW.W.0001.000000T0000Z-210103T0500Z/ South Washington Coast- Including the cities of Raymond, Long Beach, Ocean Park, Naselle, Cathlamet, and Cape Disappointment 248 PM PST Sat Jan 2 2021 ...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM PST THIS EVENING... * WHAT...South winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph. * WHERE...South Washington Coast. * WHEN...Through 9 PM PST Saturday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds may blow down weaker trees and limbs, potentially bringing down power lines. Isolated power outages are possible. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... 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. && $$ ORZ001-002-030700- /O.CON.KPQR.HW.W.0001.000000T0000Z-210103T0900Z/ North Oregon Coast-Central Oregon Coast- Including the cities of Astoria, Cannon Beach, Tillamook, Netarts, Pacific City, Lincoln City, Newport, Cape Foulweather, Yachats, and Florence 248 PM PST Sat Jan 2 2021 ...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 AM PST SUNDAY... * WHAT...South winds 30 to 45 mph with gusts up to 65 mph. Strongest gusts on beaches and headlands, with local gusts to 70 mph. * WHERE...North Oregon Coast and Central Oregon Coast. * WHEN...Through 1 AM PST Sunday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds may blow down trees and power lines. Scattered power outages are possible. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if you must drive. && $$ ORZ006>008-WAZ039-030700- /O.CON.KPQR.WI.Y.0001.210103T0000Z-210103T0800Z/ Greater Portland Metro Area-Central Willamette Valley- South Willamette Valley-Greater Vancouver Area- Including the cities of Hillsboro, Portland, Wilsonville, Oregon City, Gresham, Troutdale, Salem, McMinnville, Woodburn, Stayton, Dallas, Eugene, Springfield, Corvallis, Albany, Lebanon, Vancouver, Battle Ground, Ridgefield, Washougal, Yacolt, and Amboy 248 PM PST Sat Jan 2 2021 ...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT PST TONIGHT... * WHAT...South winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 45 mph expected. * WHERE...In Washington, Greater Vancouver Area. In Oregon, the entire Willamette Valley including the Greater Portland, Salem, and Eugene areas. * WHEN...From 4 PM Saturday to midnight PST Saturday night. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and scattered power outages may result. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects. && $$ For more information from the National Weather Service visit https://weather.gov/portland
801 WWUS76 KPQR 030459 NPWPQR URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Portland OR 859 PM PST Sat Jan 2 2021 ORZ001-030600- /O.CAN.KPQR.HW.W.0001.000000T0000Z-210103T0900Z/ North Oregon Coast- 859 PM PST Sat Jan 2 2021 ...HIGH WIND WARNING IS CANCELLED... High winds are no longer expected. However it will remain gusty for the next several hours. $$ WAZ021-030600- /O.CAN.KPQR.HW.W.0001.000000T0000Z-210103T0500Z/ South Washington Coast- 859 PM PST Sat Jan 2 2021 ...HIGH WIND WARNING IS CANCELLED... High winds are no longer expected. $$ ORZ006>008-WAZ039-030600- /O.CAN.KPQR.WI.Y.0001.000000T0000Z-210103T0800Z/ Greater Portland Metro Area-Central Willamette Valley- South Willamette Valley-Greater Vancouver Area- 859 PM PST Sat Jan 2 2021 ...WIND ADVISORY IS CANCELLED... Widespread wind gusts above 45 mph are not expected. However, it will remain gusty for the next several hours. $$ ORZ002-030900- /O.CON.KPQR.HW.W.0001.000000T0000Z-210103T0900Z/ Central Oregon Coast- Including the cities of Lincoln City, Newport, Cape Foulweather, Yachats, and Florence 859 PM PST Sat Jan 2 2021 ...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 AM PST SUNDAY... * WHAT...South winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph. * WHERE...Central Oregon Coast. * WHEN...Until 1 AM PST Sunday. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... 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. && $$ For more information from the National Weather Service visit https://weather.gov/portland
608 WWUS76 KPQR 030858 NPWPQR URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Portland OR 1258 AM PST Sun Jan 3 2021 ORZ002-031000- /O.EXP.KPQR.HW.W.0001.000000T0000Z-210103T0900Z/ Central Oregon Coast- Including the cities of Lincoln City, Newport, Cape Foulweather, Yachats, and Florence 1258 AM PST Sun Jan 3 2021 ...HIGH WIND WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 1 AM PST EARLY THIS MORNING... The front has pushed into Newport as of 1 AM. Although high winds are no longer expected, south winds will continue to gust up to 55 mph during the next hour or two south of Newport until the front pushes through. $$ For more information from the National Weather Service visit https://weather.gov/portland
The office that day
Everything else NWS Portland, OR issued on the same UTC day.
| Issued | Product | Office | Counties | Lasted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 1, 2:49 AM PST | Storm Watch | PQR | 24 hr | |
| Jan 1, 3:42 AM PST | High Surf Advisory | PQR | 3 days | |
| Jan 1, 4:05 AM PST | High Wind Watch | PQR | 26 hr | |
| Jan 1, 2:28 PM PST | Gale Warning | PQR | 28 hr | |
| Jan 1, 2:28 PM PST | Small Craft Advisory | PQR | 12 hr | |
| Jan 1, 3:23 PM PST | Wind Advisory | PQR | 30 hr |
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Sources
The product and its follow-ups from the Iowa Environmental Mesonet's archive of National Weather Service and Storm Prediction Center text.