This storm will make it feel more like winter. Here’s what to expect in Whatcom County

It’ll feel more like winter than fall on Friday, Oct. 22, as an arctic storm blows through with strong winds and temperatures below freezing.

Whatcom County is under a freeze watch for overnight temperatures in the 20s and a high wind watch for sustained northeast winds at 25-35 mph with gusts to 50 mph.

Power outages are possible in affected areas including Bellingham and western Whatcom County, the National Weather Service said in its online forecast.