Bomb cyclone hits Pacific Northwest and Northern California with strong winds and heavy rain

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A powerful storm, classified as a "bomb cyclone," hit the Pacific Northwest and Northern California on Tuesday, causing widespread power outages and downed trees. Over 106,000 customers lost power in Washington, with additional outages reported in Oregon and California. The storm is expected to bring heavy rainfall and strong winds, with gusts exceeding 75 mph in some areas. Flood watches are in effect, particularly in Northern California, where up to 8 inches of rain could fall, and winter storm warnings are issued for higher elevations. Authorities are preparing for potential flash flooding and hazardous travel conditions. Residents are advised to stock up on supplies and be ready for power outages as the storm intensifies through Wednesday.


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