KIRO Newsradio was with Western Washington every step of the way as a dangerous windstorm approached. We warned listeners early, giving them 60 hours to prepare. A University of Washington meteorology professor told us the storm would be bad and urged people to get ready. We shared tips on what to do before it hit, from securing outdoor items to having emergency supplies on hand.
When the winds arrived, our reporters were out in neighborhoods across the region, bringing real-time updates on damage, blocked roads, and downed power lines. We covered heartbreaking scenes where lives were lost and homes were destroyed. We spoke with families stuck without power for days and showed the hard work of crews fighting to get power restored.
From the first warning to the aftermath, KIRO Newsradio was there. We gave early alerts, guided listeners through the worst of it, and stayed with them as they recovered.
