SPOKANE, Wash. — Power companies across the Inland Northwest are mobilizing crews as severe thunderstorms with damaging winds approach the region tonight.
Avista and Inland Power & Light Company say crews are standing by, but residents should prepare for potentially lengthy restoration times due to safety protocols.
“Living in the Inland Northwest, we’re used to extreme weather, but each situation is unique. This particular storm comes with a lot of wind,” said David Vowels of Avista…