SEATTLE — A fall storm brought heavy rain, high winds and more mountain snow to western Washington.
Warnings and advisories were in effect for much of the Puget Sound lowlands from early Monday morning to the afternoon.
A High Wind Warning was in effect from 4 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday for north coastal areas, San Juan County, western Skagit and Whatcom counties, and areas near the Strait of Juan De Fuca. Sustained winds up to 35 mph are possible, with gusts up to 50-60 mph, according to the National Weather Service.
A Wind Advisory was in effect from 4 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday for the central coast, east Puget Sound lowlands, western Snohomish County, lower Chehalis Valley area, southwest interior, and areas around Tacoma and Olympia. Sustained winds up to 30 mph are possible, with gusts up to 45 mph, according to the Weather Service.
Snow in the Cascades
Meanwhile, in the Cascades, more snow is expected and could impact passes.
A Winter Storm Warning is in effect from 4 a.m. Monday to 10 a.m. Tuesday for elevations of at least 3,500 feet for the northwest and central-west portions of the Cascades. During this time up to 18 inches of snow could fall in some areas.
A Winter Weather Advisory is in effect from 4 a.m. Monday to 10 a.m. Tuesday for elevations of at least 3,500 feet for the western slopes of the south-central Cascades. During this time up to 12 inches of snow could fall in some areas.
