High winds knock out power to thousands across Seattle area

SEATTLE — 5,196 people in the Seattle area have been left without power according to Seattle City Light.

The largest outage locations are in South Seattle where 1,150 people don’t have power.

Puget Sound Energy says that over 1,974 of its customers are also without power as of 4:40 p.m.

The cause of the outages is being investigated and crews have been sent to work on repairs.

To report an outage call (206) 684-3000. If you see a downed powerline, you are asked to stay away and call 911.

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