City of Salem, OR
12/24/2025 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 12/24/2025 12:00
Update on Christmas Eve Wind Event: Wind Gusts Likely to Begin After 11 a.m.
City crews remain on high alert in preparation for response to anticipated high wind gusts Dec. 24.
Earlier this morning, the National Weather Service updated its High Wind Advisory for all of Northwest Oregon and Southwest Washington. As of 9 a.m., the potential intensity of the wind event has reduced. However, today's wind event may still produce impactful wind gusts which may exceed 45 miles per hour, resulting in possible wind damage to trees and power lines.
The National Weather Service forecasts winds will increase as the morning progresses, coming from the southwest, with sustained winds 16-21 mph and gusts in the 30 mph to 50 mph range. The duration of the strongest winds will be one to three hours, with the strongest winds arriving sometime after 11 a.m. today.
If strong wind gusts in the 45 mph or greater range, downed tree limbs, downed trees and downed power lines are possible, particularly due to saturated soils from recent rains.
We will provide an update on conditions after 12:30 p.m. today.
At this time, all Salem roads and parks remain open.
- Follow Salem Police Department's social media accounts for traffic alerts. https://www.facebook.com/salempolicedept/ and https://x.com/SalemPoliceDept
- You can monitor Current Road Conditions (including closures) through Salem's website: https://www.cityofsalem.net/community/transportation-getting-around/traffic-road-conditions/current-road-conditions-map
See Salem's Emergency and Disaster Preparedness webpage for tips on preparing for possible power outages and other tips to protect your home. You can also track power outages and updates on Portland General Electric's website: https://portlandgeneral.com/outages and Salem Electric's website: https://www.salemelectric.com/outages-safety/outagemapreport/
Contact the Public Works Dispatch Center any time at 503-588-6311 to report downed trees or other weather-related concerns. Sign up for Community Alerts to receive emergency notifications.
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