Wind Topples Tree onto Fauntleroy Power Line in West Seattle

Severe weather in West Seattle has caused significant disruptions, particularly due to strong winds bringing down trees and power lines. The National Weather Service issued a Wind Advisory earlier today, warning residents of potential hazards.

Tree Falls on Power Line in West Seattle

As of 7:35 PM, reports indicated that a tree had fallen on a power line at the intersection of 45th SW and SW Hemlock. This incident resulted in power outages affecting 117 homes in the area.

Emergency Response and Traffic Blockages

• Police are blocking access to streets near the outage location, especially along the switchbacks connecting California SW to Fauntleroy Way SW.
• By 7:48 PM, another tree was reported down in nearby White Center, blocking Ambaum Boulevard curves.

City Light’s Status and Further Reports

Seattle City Light deployed teams to manage the outage. As of 8:54 PM, over 1,000 customers throughout their service area were without power due to the winds. Around 9:07 PM, emergency services responded to another report of a tree impacting a house in the 8300 block of 46th SW.

Additional Incidents of Fallen Trees

• A fallen tree was reported at 26th SW and SW Juneau. Police confirmed no injuries but blocked traffic on Juneau at 25th.
• Residents also reported losing power at 28th SW and SW Thistle.
• By 9:40 PM, a tree was down near Fairmount and Belvidere, causing additional wire hazards.

Continued Warnings and Safety Precautions

Fire crews were dispatched to assist individuals stuck in their vehicles due to a potentially live wire. Fortunately, these incidents concluded without injuries.

Current Weather Conditions and Rescue Operations

Residents reported continued strong winds, prompting further tree-related emergencies. A list of additional reported locations where trees have fallen includes:

• 30th SW and SW Kenyon
• California SW and SW Alaska
• 4800 block SW Spokane
• SW Orchard near Home Depot

Local authorities encourage everyone to remain cautious and avoid unnecessary travel while the winds persist. Residents are advised to stay updated on further outages or hazards in their neighborhoods.