Storm trips Seaside tsunami siren, residents scurry to safety

Storm trips Seaside tsunami siren, residents scurry to safety

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Story Published: Nov 13, 2007 at 11:59 AM PDT

Story Updated: Nov 13, 2007 at 12:40 PM PDT

By KATU Web Staff

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SEASIDE, Ore. - Stormy weather on Monday had emergency crews busy with downed trees and power outages, but officials in Seaside had a different problem.

The powerful storm somehow triggered the city's tsunami warning siren, sending residents and tourists fleeing to higher ground.

The siren began wailing at about 8 a.m., just as strong winds were raking the coast.

The city fire marshal made the rounds assuring people it was false alarm.

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