Bomb cyclone brings severe weather alerts to Northern California and Pacific Northwest
A bomb cyclone is currently affecting Northern California and the Pacific Northwest, bringing severe weather conditions. The National Weather Service has issued multiple warnings, including blizzard and hurricane-force wind alerts for California, Oregon, and Washington. Wind gusts are reaching speeds comparable to a Category 1 hurricane, with warnings for dangerous conditions at sea. The storm is expected to intensify, leading to hazardous waves and near-zero visibility in some areas. Heavy rain and snow are forecasted through Friday, with mountain regions in the Pacific Northwest potentially receiving up to 20 inches of snow. A blizzard warning is in effect for northern Washington, where travel is advised only for emergencies.