County weather impact

From Gray Harbor Emergency Management: Weather Continues to Impact Grays Harbor County. The County is being impacted by extremely hazardous icing conditions and weather related issues. Numerous tree limbs have fallen throughout the County. Many are blocking roads and present very dangerous conditions for County Road Crews. Please visit the Grays Harbor County Emergency Management Website and click on road closures to view the most current list of road closures.
*DO NOT venture near downed trees, broken tree limbs or power lines
*Roads are treacherous! Grays Harbor County Emergency Management is urging all citizens to STAY OFF THE ROADWAYS.

There is a report of a partial roof collapse at the McCleary School Gymnasium. No Injuries are reported. Several tree limbs have fallen causing road closures. Numerous awnings have fallen from local structures.
Weight of Snow & Ice on Structures

Grays Harbor County Emergency Management is alerting all citizens that the snow we received yesterday was extremely wet and heavy. The additional weight from the ice today is adding to the problem. Please be aware of possible collapse to awnings and structures not in sound condition. Be extremely cautious if you attempt to clear the snow from a roof area or awning.  Your weight may be what will trigger a collapse. Please consult with a professional before clearing any snow from your roof.
Also, make sure to clear any drains and downspouts around your home so the water can drain freely. You may need to do this numerous times over the next few days.

IF YOU LOSE POWER – DO NOT USE FUEL POWERED GENERATORS OR HEATERS INDOORS, NEAR WINDOWS OR DOORS. Carbon monoxide poisoning is deadly and can strike suddenly and without warning. Physical symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning may include splitting headache, nausea, vomiting, lethargy and fatigue. If you or a family member believes that they could be experiencing carbon monoxide poisoning, get out of the property and call 911 immediately from a neighbor’s house.

Charles T Wallace
Deputy Director of Emergency Management
Grays Harbor County
(360) 249-3911 x 290
cwallace@co.grays-harbor.wa.us

http://www.co.grays-harbor.wa.us/info/DEM/Index.asp