October Archives Treasure #1: Columbus Day Storm docs
One of many Western Washington roads covered by fallen trees caused by the 1962 Columbus Day Storm. (Photo courtesy of Washington State Archives) Mid-October weather around here typically means a cloudy or rainy day, mild temperatures and barely any wind. But longtime Washington residents also remember that the weather can turn deadly this time of year. Oct. 12 is the anniversary of what was called the worst weather disaster to hit Washington in the 20th Century. The Columbus Day Storm…