THE STORM IS COMING!!!

The National Weather Service has issued a Wind Advisory, Flood Warning, and Coastal Flood Advisory affecting the Puget Sound area.

A Wind Advisory with Southwest winds of 20 to 30 mph, with gusts up to 50 mph, remains in effect until 10pm this evening.

Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high profile vehicles.

Secure outdoor objects.

Beyond the potential for power outages caused by high winds and saturated soil conditions, flooding and landslides may also impact other energy infrastructure.

We encourage our customers to prepare for storm conditions:

• Download the myPSE app to track and report outages, check status and get estimated restoration times, or visit pse.com/outagemap.
• Make sure to have emergency supplies on hand at home and in your vehicle, such as extra batteries, flashlights, and food.
• Charge cell phones, laptops, and other devices in case the power goes out.
• Avoid opening and closing refrigerators and freezers more often than necessary.
• A closed refrigerator will stay cold for up to 12 hours.
• Turn off lights and unplug all appliances and/or sensitive electronic equipment, such as computers, to prevent an overload on your circuits when electric service is restored.
• Leave one light on to let you know when service returns.

Storm safety tips:

• Never touch downed power lines because they might be energized.
• Stay at least 35 feet away from any downed line and call PSE at 1-888-225-5773 or 911 to report problems.
• Do not use a charcoal or gas grill to cook indoors.
• Never use a natural gas range for heating or charcoal as an indoor heating source.
• This can cause a buildup of poisonous carbon monoxide gas.
• If you choose to use a portable home generator, read the manufacturer’s instructions for the safe operation of the generator.
• Do not operate generators indoors or in enclosed spaces to avoid the build-up of carbon monoxide.
• If you’re using portable heaters, keep them away from furniture, draperies, and other flammable materials.
• Always use flashlights instead of candles.

Report and track power outages online:

• Online outage reporting: pse.com/outage
• Outage map: pse.com/outagemap
• myPSE mobile app: pse.com/app
• For general outage information, see: pse.com/advisories

VASHON ISLAND FLOOD WATCH 2025-12-06

COMMUNITY ADVISORY 

A Flood Watch is in effect from late Sunday night through Friday afternoon as an atmospheric river moves through the region. What this means for Vashon:

Heavy rain is expected through the week. Localized flooding is expected in low lying areas and places with poor drainage. Creek and ditch levels may rise quickly, especially on rural roads and driveways. Saturated soils increase landslide risk, especially on known slide-prone slopes. Road conditions may deteriorate — standing water, debris, and reduced visibility are possible. Take time to check gutters, drains, culverts and anything on your property that could be impacted by excess runoff.

DIY Sandbags are Available: Vashon Island Fire & Rescue maintains a DIY sandbag site next to the Penny Farcy Training Center at 10019 SW Bank Rd. Residents may fill and take bags to prepare for potential flooding.

Voice of Vashon thanks Windermere Vashon Real Estate for their support, making 1650AM and this alert possible. Keep Alerts Coming! Become a Voice of Vashon member today to help sustain the 1650 Alert Team, KVSH 101.9FM, and VoV TV Comcast Channel 21. Join! the Community Alerts Email List.

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THIS IMPORTANT MESSAGE FROM THE WASHINGTON STATE FERRIES

Starting Monday, Dec. 8, the North End Ferry route will be on a two-boat service for about one week until WSF has another vessel available.

For more information visit: WSF