Bomb cyclone set to impact California, Oregon and Washington with heavy rain and strong winds
A strong "bomb cyclone" is forming near the Pacific Northwest, bringing heavy rains and destructive winds to California, Oregon, and Washington. This storm poses risks of flooding, mudslides, and rockslides in these areas. The National Weather Service has issued winter weather advisories and warnings as snow levels are expected to rise. Winds could reach 70 mph, leading to potential power outages and hazardous travel conditions. The storm is also forecast to impact the Great Lakes, central Appalachians, and the Northeast. Other affected areas include parts of Nebraska, Montana, the Dakotas, West Virginia, and Florida.