High winds result in multiple localized power outages in Whatcom County

WHATCOM COUNTY, Wash. — Forecast high winds have arrived across Whatcom County today, Friday, November 6, 2026, resulting in several power outages.

As of 11:30am, Puget Sound Energy reported about 3,750 residential and business customers were without power.

First responders are being dispatched to reports of trees, poles and lines down across roads.

There is a wind advisory in effect through 4pm today. It warns of sustained southerly winds of 15 to 25mph with gusts up to 50mph expected.

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.