Bomb cyclone strikes northwest US, causing power outages and travel disruptions

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A bomb cyclone has struck the northwest US, bringing hurricane-force winds and heavy rain. Thousands are without power, and the storm is expected to cause coastal flooding and hazardous conditions in mountainous areas. The storm, which began Tuesday evening, is the strongest atmospheric river of the season. It has already caused significant tree damage and power outages, affecting about 94,000 customers in Washington and 12,000 in Oregon. Rainfall predictions range from 4 to 10 inches in parts of Oregon and northern California, with high wind warnings in effect. Blizzard warnings are in place for the Cascades, and travel disruptions have been reported across the region.


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