Monday windstorm could bring gusts up to 60 mph

The Seattle area could remain under a high wind watch Monday, the National Weather Service reported.

Winds of 30 to 40 mph are expected in Seattle, with gusts up to 60 mph. The storm is expected to bring the strongest winds between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m.

The Western Washington coast could see powerful wind gusts and dangerous surf as early as 4 a.m. People should avoid beaches with waves that are strong enough to toss logs and debris onshore.

Western Skagit, Western Whatcom and San Juan counties could also see stronger winds around 7 a.m. and easing in the afternoon.

The first big storm of the season struck several weeks ago, knocking out power to more than 280,000 homes and businesses in the Puget Sound region.