Bomb Cyclone Hits Pacific Northwest, Two Dead

A 'bomb cyclone' has caused widespread power outages, significant damage, and fatalities across the Pacific Northwest, particularly in Washington State, and is now impacting Northern California. The storm, characterized by hurricane-force winds, has left hundreds of thousands without power, including nearly 600,000 people in Washington and 30,000 in British Columbia. Two fatalities have been reported due to falling trees, including incidents in Bellevue and Lynnwood, with additional damage to homes and infrastructure. Forecasters warn of continued severe weather, including heavy rain, flash flooding, and potential rockslides, as the atmospheric river system extends its impact. This system is expected to bring up to 16 inches of rain to Northern California and southwestern Oregon, with a second storm forecast to hit the region soon. Crews are working to restore power, but extensive damage means some outages may last for an extended period.