Thunderstorms across western Washington have begun causing power outages in the region. As of 8 p.m., about 900 people are without power in south Seattle, according to Seattle City Light, which said the outage was caused by lightning.

The Angle Lake Sound Transit light rail station is currently closed due to a power outage. Overhead wires reportedly snapped due to inclement weather, and service is now suspended. ANGLE LAKE, Wash. - The Angle Lake Sound Transit light rail station is currently closed due to a power outage.

With this weather pattern, power outages in some areas should be expected. Depending on the severity, these outages can last several hours or at worst-case scenario, a few days.