WHATCOM COUNTY, Wash. — The National Weather Service Seattle office today, Tuesday, December 23, 2025, has issued a high wind watch due to expected gusts up to 60mph and a coastal flood advisory due to expected tidal overflow.
HIGH WIND WATCH IN EFFECT FROM WEDNESDAY MORNING THROUGH WEDNESDAY EVENING…
WHAT…East to northeast winds of 10 to 20 mph with gusts to 30mph will suddenly shift to southerly Wednesday afternoon with wind speeds of 25 to 35 mph and gusts of 50 to 60 mph possible.
WHERE…Portions of northwest and west central Washington.
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Click for more informationWHEN…From Wednesday morning through Wednesday evening.
IMPACTS…Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are possible. Travel could be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…
Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates.
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Click for more informationFasten loose objects or shelter objects in a safe location prior to
the onset of winds.
COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM TO NOON PST WEDNESDAY…
WHAT…Minor coastal flooding expected. Inundation of 1.75 to 2.25 feet above ground level is possible along shorelines and low-lying coastal areas.
WHERE…San Juan County, Lowlands of Western Whatcom County, Lowlands of Western Skagit and Northwestern Snohomish Counties, Downtown Everett / Marysville Area, Shoreline / Lynnwood / South Everett Area, City of Seattle, Lowlands of Pierce and Southern King Counties and Island County zones.
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Click for more informationWHEN…From 6 AM to noon PST Wednesday.
IMPACTS…Minor coastal flooding due to tidal overflow is
expected around high tide. This may lead to flooding of
parking lots, parks, and roads, with only isolated road
closures expected.ADDITIONAL DETAILS…Coastal flooding will occur in the hours around the morning high tide.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property.
Inundation above ground level refers to the height above the Mean Higher High Water (MHHW) level.
Whatcom News readers are encouraged to stay up to date with current weather alerts and forecasts and air quality readings for their specific Whatcom County locations along with tide tables via the Whatcom News Weather page.
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