10/12/2026
On October 12, 1962, the Columbus Day Storm brought powerful winds and widespread destruction across the Pacific Northwest. Total damage across California, Oregon, and Washington was estimated at $230-280 million at the time (roughly $2.4-2.9 billion today).
The storm left its mark on Granwest, too, resulting in a record $700,000 in losses, which would be roughly $7 million today.
More than six decades later, the Columbus Day Storm remains one of the most memorable weather events in the Northwest's history.
Learn more about key moments in Granwest's history: https://heyor.ca/ByUaCB