In the wake of devastating storms across California, 82-year-old David Gomes was killed in Yuba City when a redwood tree fell on him while he was reportedly trying to clear it from his property. The incident, which occurred around 5 p.m., was reported by his neighbors. Despite quick medical response, Gomes was pronounced dead at the scene. Governor Gavin Newsom has since declared a state of emergency due to the unprecedented storms causing flooding, road closures, and power outages.