Bomb cyclone strikes northwest US, leaving 600,000 without power and causing one death

A powerful storm, classified as a "bomb cyclone," has hit the northwest U.S., causing strong winds and heavy rain. The storm has led to widespread power outages, affecting over 600,000 homes in Washington State and resulting in at least one death from a fallen tree. The storm began on Tuesday, bringing hurricane-force winds and excessive rainfall. Wind gusts reached 101 mph off Vancouver Island, while parts of Oregon and Washington experienced gusts over 75 mph. Many trees have fallen, damaging homes and blocking roads. Flood and high wind watches are in effect for northern California, with up to 8 inches of rain expected in some areas. A blizzard warning has also been issued for parts of the Cascades in Washington, predicting significant snowfall and hazardous travel conditions.