Rain, blustering winds to fade in Western WA until the weekend

The article provides an overview of the recent fall storm that impacted Western Washington, marking it as the first major storm of the season. The storm brought heavy rainfall, particularly in areas like Forks, which saw over six inches, while Seattle experienced lighter precipitation. Winds reached dangerous speeds, causing tree damage and power outages affecting nearly 20,000 customers. This week, calmer weather is anticipated, allowing residents to focus on cleanup efforts. The forecast suggests a transition to sunnier conditions midweek, with temperatures rising into the 60s in some areas.

However, another Pacific weather system is expected to return by the weekend, bringing additional rain. The article emphasizes the need for residents to prepare for potential wet weather, especially during local events like the Seattle Seahawks game, with insights from KIRO Newsradio meteorologist Ted Buehner.