A series of storms hitting the western Washington area are expected to bring rain, winds and snow. The National Weather Service has issued several advisories.

Flooding rains, damaging winds and the threat of thunderstorms is expected for western Oregon and southwest Washington through Wednesday.

NWS Seattle warns of the potential for river flooding in western Washington due to significant upcoming storms.

A wind advisory has been issued for Western Washington, from the National Weather Service and local meteorologists.

Grays Harbor is in for a wild weather ride this week as heavy rain, river flooding, high winds, gales along the coast and a small craft advisory are all in play.

"Very strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility," the National Weather Service Portland said.

High winds which swept the region Tuesday night are still impacting commuters Wednesday morning. The National Weather Service recorded peak winds of nearly 70 miles per hour on the Peninsula early Wednesday morning,