Southern Oregon’s coast is in for a rough few days, with strong winds Friday morning and huge breaking waves expected to make beaches dangerous through the weekend and into Monday.
Winds Could Bring Down Trees and Disrupt Travel
The National Weather Service in Medford has issued a High Wind Warning for the Curry County and South Central Oregon coasts, including Highway 101. South winds of 25 to 40 mph, with gusts up to 65 mph, are forecast until 10 a.m. PST Friday, November 13.
Strong winds could bring down trees and power lines, and widespread power outages are possible.
Driving may also be tricky along exposed sections of Highway 101, particularly for larger vehicles. Anything left outside should be secured.
Surf Builds to 35 Feet Late Friday
A High Surf Warning is in effect from 10 a.m. Friday, November 13, until 10 p.m. Saturday, November 14. It covers the South Central Oregon and Curry County coasts, including Charleston, Port Orford, Gold Beach and Brookings…