COLUMBIA RIVER BAR — * WHAT...For the Hazardous Seas Warning, very steep and hazardous seas 23 to 28 ft at 19 seconds and south winds 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 40 kt. For the Storm Warning, seas 18 to 22 ft at 14 seconds and south winds 30 to 40 kt with gusts up to 50 kt expected.
* WHERE...In the Main Channel of the Columbia River Bar.
* WHEN...Hazardous Seas Warning, until 4 PM PST this afternoon. Storm Warning, from 4 PM this afternoon to 4 AM PST Sunday.
* IMPACTS...Very strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Ebb current of 2.21 kt at 727 AM Saturday. Seas 17 to 23 ft. Ebb current of 4.5 kt at 718 PM Saturday. Seas 14 to 18 ft. Ebb current of 4.5 kt at 718 PM Saturday. Seas 12 to 16 ft.
Severe weather in Columbia River Bar brings the risk of damaging wind, hail, lightning, and brief power loss. Outdoor activity should be paused until the storm passes.
This report is based on information from NWS, monitored by Alert USA's verified emergency feed.
The greatest local impacts are an elevated risk to property and a high chance of power outages, with moderate travel disruptions expected as conditions move through the area.
Recommended steps: stay informed via official sources; avoid non-essential travel in the area; secure outdoor items if weather is involved; check on family and neighbors.
Alert USA is tracking this severe weather event and will update this report as verified information becomes available.
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