Eastern Whatcom County appeared to have been hit the hardest by outages.
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Forecast models indicate the strongest winds are expected in the late Wednesday and early Thursday.
FSIS is concerned that some product may be in consumers’ freezers.
The group seeks a full forensic audit of the Washington election system.
The program provides access to low-cost Internet service and computers to low-income residences.
As of 6pm, 13,000 in Whatcom County were without power.
The Fire Marshal's Office advises to continue to use extreme caution with outdoor fires since vegetation is still recovering from the long stretch of dry weather and is susceptible to fire spread.
National Weather Service forecasters have issued a wind advisory due to expected strong winds.
Today's rain could be considered preparation for what is forecast for later this week.