Spokane, WA – Drivers across central Washington may face hazardous conditions this weekend as blowing dust is forecast for several highways and communities.
According to the National Weather Service Spokane, strong winds and dry conditions could create dust storms Saturday and Sunday afternoons, reducing visibility to one mile or less. The affected region includes Moses Lake, the Waterville Plateau, and the Upper Columbia Basin.
Forecasters expect wind gusts of 15 to 20 mph Saturday, increasing to 25 to 35 mph on Sunday. These conditions are likely to stir up dust across open fields and highways, including Interstate 90 between George and Moses Lake, U.S. Highway 395 from Ritzville to the Tri-Cities, and U.S. Highway 2 between Waterville and Wilbur…