High winds roared into Washington State late Sunday morning, knocking out power and killing one person. The death occurred in Lacey in Thurston County.
Authorities report a tree fell on a car, killing the driver instantly.
Tens of thousands were without power all over the Western half of the state as winds howled through the area. Utilities estimated the total number of customers without power at over 250,000. Ferry service across the Sound is cancelled until the wind subsides. A high wind warning remains effect for all of Western Washington. Gusts over 65 mph are expected Sunday night, mostly North of Seattle.