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OEM Says to Be Prepared for Strong Wind Storm Around Christmas Eve – KXL

PORTLAND, Ore. — The National Weather Service in Portland says a wind storm is likely hitting the area sometime on Christmas Eve.

They say they do expect it to last for around 6 hours and include gusts of 50 to 70 miles per hour along the Oregon Coast and 45 to 58 miles per hour inland.  The Oregon Department of Emergency Management says they are working with officials throughout the state to be ready to help provide services.

They say to expect power outages in certain areas and possible snow storms in the Cascades at higher elevations.

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