Thu, Feb 13, 4:25 AM PST to Thu, Feb 13, 1:00 PM PST

What

For the Cold Weather Advisory, Very cold wind chills as low as 15 to 25 degrees. For the Wind Advisory, east winds 15 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph expected.

Where

Bellevue and Vicinity.

When

For the Cold Weather Advisory, until noon PST today. For the Wind Advisory, until 1 PM PST this afternoon.

Impacts

Very cold temperatures can lead to hypothermia with prolonged exposure and will impact vulnerable populations such as the homeless, pets, and those without adequate access to heating. Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.

Additional Details

Strongest winds are expected along the I-90 corridor especially near Issaquah.

Summary

Keep pets indoors as much as possible. Make frequent checks on older family, friends, and neighbors. Ensure portable heaters are used correctly. Do not use generators or grills inside. Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high profile vehicles. Secure outdoor objects.

Issued By

NWS Seattle WA