Landslide Threat In Western Washington; Wind Advisory In Effect

SEATTLE, WA — Several weather advisories are in effect for Western Washington Tuesday, including an increased threat of landslides.

The National Weather Service has issued a special weather statement for the landslide threat, warning that soil moisture is at moderate levels and with more rain in the forecast, along with high winds, there will be extra pressure on soil instability.

A wind advisory is also in effect until 4 p.m. for some parts of Western Washington, including the Tacoma area, along with Seattle, Bellevue and the vicinity. Winds between 25-35 MPH are possible, along with gusts up to 45 MPH. Tree limbs could be downed and power outages are possible, forecasters warn.

In Seattle and its vicinity, there is also a coastal flood advisory from 8 a.m. until noon. Forecasters warn that lots, parks and roads could flood.

Winds are expected to ease later in the afternoon but will remain elevated, the NWS writes.

In its forecast discussion, the weather service writes that weather will remain "on the unsettled side" for Wednesday and an atmospheric river is expected Thursday into Friday.