A strong cold front swept through eastern Washington on the morning of January 13th.  Following moderate mountain snow and valley rain, severe winds raced through the region. Widespread gusts of 50 to 60 mph were observed across the Columbia Basin, with 60 to 70 mph winds observed in the Spokane and Coeur d���Alene region. The Spokane International Airport tied its second strongest all time wind speed record of 71 mph.
There was widespread damage, downed trees, and power outages throughout much of the Spokane area, while relatively isolated in the remainder of the region. At the height of the storm, an approximate 103,000 households throughout the region were without power. Numerous school districts cancelled school for the day due to lack of power. Overall, it took a week to restore power to all who lost it.

High Wind in SPOKANE AREA, WASHINGTON
From 13-JAN-21 06:30:00 to 13-JAN-21 08:00:00 (PST-8)
Magnitude: 62.00 MG
Property damage: 10.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Broadcast Media

Broadcast media reported one fatality when a large tree fell on a car and trapped the driver.

High Wind in SPOKANE AREA, WASHINGTON
From 13-JAN-21 07:00:00 to 13-JAN-21 10:00:00 (PST-8)
Magnitude: 50.00 MG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

Numerous reports and pictures from the public of trees and power lines down leading to many closed roads in the Five Mile area.

High Wind in SPOKANE AREA, WASHINGTON
From 13-JAN-21 05:00:00 to 13-JAN-21 06:00:00 (PST-8)
Magnitude: 45.00 EG
Property damage: 100.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Broadcast Media

The broadcast media reported that a tree fell on a home and trapped an occupant in bed. They were extricated and hospitalized for a crush injury to the shoulder.

Strong Wind in NORTHEAST MOUNTAINS, WASHINGTON
From 13-JAN-21 11:00:00 to 13-JAN-21 12:00:00 (PST-8)
Magnitude: 39.00 EG
Property damage: 25.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Department of Highways

The Washington Department of Transportation reported US 395 was closed in both directions due to power pole and lines across the roadway near Clayton.

Strong Wind in WASHINGTON PALOUSE, WASHINGTON
From 13-JAN-21 08:00:00 to 13-JAN-21 09:00:00 (PST-8)
Magnitude: 47.00 EG
Property damage: 10.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

A member of the public in Rosalia reported that a vinyl fence was destroyed by the wind and created a large debris field about two blocks away.

High Wind in SPOKANE AREA, WASHINGTON
From 13-JAN-21 07:30:00 to 13-JAN-21 10:30:00 (PST-8)
Magnitude: 62.00 MG
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Department of Highways

The Washington Department of Transportation and local broadcast media reported numerous events of downed power lines and poles on Interstate 90. It blocked interstate lanes and on ramps. These closures occurred during the morning hours, with some impacting the morning commute.

High Wind in SPOKANE AREA, WASHINGTON
From 13-JAN-21 06:00:00 to 13-JAN-21 07:30:00 (PST-8)
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Broadcast Media

Local news reported that the iconic 50 feet tall butterfly in Downtown Spokane fell over in the wind gusts. The butterfly structure is covered in fabric that extends to approximately 60 feet. Previously, city leaders said that it could withstand winds to up to 110 mph.

Strong Wind in NORTHEAST MOUNTAINS, WASHINGTON
From 13-JAN-21 07:50:00 to 13-JAN-21 09:00:00 (PST-8)
Magnitude: 35.00 EG
Property damage: 10.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Department of Highways

The Washington Department of Transportation reported State Route 20 south bound lanes blocked due to trees down near Usk.

High Wind in SPOKANE AREA, WASHINGTON
From 13-JAN-21 08:00:00 to 13-JAN-21 08:30:00 (PST-8)
Magnitude: 51.00 MG
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

A trained spotter reported a 20 foot by 60 foot metal roof blew off a building in Dishman near Spokane Valley.

High Wind in SPOKANE AREA, WASHINGTON
From 13-JAN-21 06:00:00 to 13-JAN-21 08:00:00 (PST-8)
Magnitude: 51.00 EG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Broadcast Media

Broadcast media reported numerous large pine trees blown down at Comstock Park in South Spokane. There are approximately 20 to 30 trees down in pictures taken from aerial view.

High Wind in WENATCHEE AREA, WASHINGTON
From 13-JAN-21 05:00:00 to 13-JAN-21 06:00:00 (PST-8)
Magnitude: 54.00 MG
Property damage: 10.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Official NWS Observations

A measured wind gust of 62 mph was recorded at the Wenatchee Airport. Local utilities reported power outages in parts of the Wenatchee area due to wind damage.

High Wind in SPOKANE AREA, WASHINGTON
From 13-JAN-21 07:00:00 to 13-JAN-21 12:00:00 (PST-8)
Magnitude: 62.00 MG
Property damage: 3.00M
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Official NWS Observations

A wind storm, with 60 to 70 mph observed winds, impacted the Spokane and Coeur d���Alene region on the morning of January 13th. The Spokane International Airport tied its second strongest all time wind speed record of 71 mph. This led to extensive damage in the Spokane area and the neighborhoods south of Interstate 90 were the hardest hit. The total home damage is unknown and damage totals is estimated, much due to downed pine trees and power poles. There were numerous reports of downed power lines and poles on Interstate 90, which blocked interstate lanes and on ramps. One fatality occurred when a large tree fell on a car and trapped the driver. Additionally, a tree fell on a home and trapped an occupant in bed. They were extricated and hospitalized for a crush injury.

High Wind in NORTHEAST MOUNTAINS, WASHINGTON
From 13-JAN-21 11:00:00 to 13-JAN-21 12:00:00 (PST-8)
Magnitude: 50.00 EG
Property damage: 25.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Department of Highways

Strong winds led to US Highway 395 closure in both directions due to power pole and lines across the roadway near Clayton. Wind gusts are estimated based on wind damage and surrounding wind speed observations.

High Wind in UPPER COLUMBIA BASIN, WASHINGTON
From 13-JAN-21 05:30:00 to 13-JAN-21 05:45:00 (PST-8)
Magnitude: 52.00 MG
Property damage: 50.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

A grain truck was blown over in a field, just north of Odessa. No one was driving at the time. The truck was empty and estimated to weigh 20,000 pounds. The wind gust speed is estimated based on the truck weight.