Bomb cyclone strikes US Northwest, causing fatalities and widespread power outages

A powerful storm, classified as a "bomb cyclone," has hit the U.S. Northwest, causing strong winds and heavy rain. At least two people have died, and over 460,000 homes lost power in Washington State alone. Schools have closed due to the severe weather. The storm has brought excessive rainfall and hurricane-force winds, with forecasts predicting up to 16 inches of rain in Northern California and southwestern Oregon. Blizzard conditions are expected in the Cascades, complicating travel with snow accumulation rates of 2 to 3 inches per hour. In addition to the fatalities, falling trees have caused significant damage across the region. Power outages are also reported in Oregon and California, with road closures due to hazardous conditions. Authorities have issued warnings about the dangers of high winds and flooding.