Due to recent snow accumulations and water damage from frozen pipes, some districts announced delayed starts and buses on snow routes.
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A weather station in Ferndale reported gusts of 55mph.
Widespread power outages can be expected due to downed trees and power lines.
A special meeting of the Whatcom County Council is scheduled for January 4th with the sole purpose of selecting an appointee.
Winds are expected to be southeasterly.
There have been 7 confirmed cases in WA and more across 5 other states to date.
"The situation is changing minute to minute."
As of 6am, the snowfall was expected to continue across much of western Washington for another 3 to 4 hours.
A winter weather advisory has also been issued for the higher elevations as well.