Story Published:
Nov 13, 2007 at 10:59 AM PST
Story Updated:
Nov 13, 2007 at 11:40 AM PST
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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.