Wind Advisory Extended Through 11 PM Saturday for Eastern Oregon and Washington
The National Weather Service has extended the Wind Advisory for parts of Oregon and Washington, now in effect from 11 AM to 11 PM PDT Saturday.
4 reports on this incident · first at Aug 21, 2026, 4:22 p.m. ET
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Aug 21, 2026, 4:26 p.m. ET
Wind Advisory Issued for Eastern Columbia River Gorge and Lower Columbia Basin of Oregon
The National Weather Service in Pendleton, Oregon, has issued a Wind Advisory for Saturday, August 22, 2026, from 11 AM to 11 PM PDT. The advisory covers the Eastern Columbia River Gorge of Oregon and Washington, the Lower Columbia Basin of Oregon, the Foothills of the Southern Blue Mountains of Oregon, and North Central Oregon.
West winds of 20 to 30 mph with gusts of 35 to 45 mph are expected. According to the advisory, gusty winds may blow around unsecured objects, and tree limbs could be blown down, possibly causing a few power outages. The advisory also notes that winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high-profile vehicles.
A separate Heat Advisory is in effect until 10 PM PDT this evening, with afternoon high temperatures of 95 to 105 degrees, posing a moderate to major risk of heat-related illness. The advisory recommends drinking plenty of fluids, staying in an air-conditioned room, and checking on relatives and neighbors.
Aug 21, 2026, 4:23 p.m. ET
Wind Advisory in Effect Saturday for Parts of Oregon and Washington
The National Weather Service in Pendleton, Oregon, has issued a Wind Advisory for Saturday, August 22, from 11 AM to 11 PM PDT, affecting the Eastern Columbia River Gorge of Oregon and Washington, the Lower Columbia Basin of Oregon, the Foothills of the Southern Blue Mountains of Oregon, and North Central Oregon. The advisory warns that gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects, tree limbs could be blown down, and a few power outages may result. It also notes that hot temperatures may cause heat illnesses.
West winds of 20 to 30 mph with gusts of 35 to 45 mph are expected. The advisory says winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles, and advises extra caution. It also recommends drinking plenty of fluids, staying in an air-conditioned room, staying out of the sun, and checking on relatives and neighbors. For sheltering information and other human services, the advisory directs residents to dial 2 1 1 during business hours or visit 211info.org for Oregon or wa211.org for Washington anytime.
The advisory covers the cities of Moro, Arlington, White Salmon, Fossil, Hermiston, The Dalles, Maupin, Boardman, Condon, Heppner, Dufur, and Ione.
Aug 21, 2026, 4:22 p.m. ETFirst report
Wind Advisory in Effect Saturday for Parts of Oregon and Washington
The National Weather Service in Pendleton, Oregon, has issued a Wind Advisory for Saturday, August 22, 2026, from 11 AM to 11 PM PDT. The advisory covers the Eastern Columbia River Gorge of Oregon and Washington, the Lower Columbia Basin of Oregon, the Foothills of the Southern Blue Mountains of Oregon, and North Central Oregon, including the cities of Moro, Arlington, White Salmon, Fossil, Hermiston, The Dalles, Maupin, Boardman, Condon, Heppner, Dufur, and Ione.
West winds of 20 to 30 mph with gusts of 35 to 45 mph are expected. The advisory warns that gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects, and tree limbs could be blown down, possibly causing a few power outages. Driving may be difficult, especially for high-profile vehicles.
The advisory also notes that a Heat Advisory is in effect until 10 PM PDT this evening, with afternoon high temperatures of 95 to 105 degrees, posing a moderate to major risk of heat-related illness. Residents are advised to drink plenty of fluids, stay in air-conditioned rooms, and check on relatives and neighbors.
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