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04:19 03/12/2022 22547
04:19 03/12/2022 02044 ORWEATHER
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URGENT – WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Portland OR
319 AM PST Sat Mar 12 2022

ORZ001-002-130000-
/O.CON.KPQR.HW.W.0004.220312T2200Z-220313T1200Z/
North Oregon Coast-Central Oregon Coast-
Including the cities of Cannon Beach, Netarts, Pacific City,
Lincoln City, Newport, Cape Foulweather, Yachats, and Florence
319 AM PST Sat Mar 12 2022

…HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM PST THIS
AFTERNOON TO 5 AM PDT SUNDAY NEAR BEACHES AND HEADLANDS…

* WHAT…South winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph
expected near beaches and headlands.

* WHERE…North Oregon Coast and Central Oregon Coast.

* WHEN…From 2 PM PST this afternoon to 5 AM PDT 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.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS…A period of strong southerly winds will
occur ahead of a cold front Saturday afternoon. A second period
of strong southwesterly winds will occur late Saturday night.

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.

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For more information from the National Weather Service visit
https://weather.gov/portland
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