Portland, OR – Portland residents are advised to prepare for significant rainfall, wind gusts, and potential flooding this week, following the recent tornado that touched down in Rockaway Beach. On Wednesday, the National Weather Service (NWS) confirmed an EF-0 tornado struck Rockaway Beach on Monday night, reaching wind speeds of 85 mph, damaging trees and structures, and injuring one person.
According to the NWS, Portland will face further weather threats, including a flood advisory through Wednesday night. Rainfall is expected to intensify throughout the day, with totals between a quarter and half an inch possible by evening. Wind speeds in Portland could reach up to 25 mph, raising the risk of power outages and tree damage, particularly on major roadways such as I-5 and Highway 101.
The forecast for Thursday shows persistent rain with possible thunderstorms in the afternoon, continuing to impact travel and outdoor activities. Showers are likely to taper slightly on Thursday night, but will resume Friday, with a chance of patchy fog reducing visibility. High temperatures will hover in the low 50s, with lows near 40 degrees through Friday night.
Residents in flood-prone areas should take precautions, including securing outdoor items, avoiding flooded roads, and monitoring local alerts. Authorities recommend staying updated on changing conditions through local NWS channels and avoiding non-essential travel on affected roads.
As the weekend approaches, rain is expected to continue, with only brief periods of partial sun anticipated on Friday afternoon. However, wet conditions are forecast to resume by Saturday, making it critical for Portland-area residents to remain vigilant as November’s active weather pattern persists.
