Bomb cyclone sweeps across US after hitting Pacific Northwest

A powerful storm, known as a "bomb cyclone," hit the Pacific Northwest late Tuesday, causing significant damage and power outages. Winds reached over 59 mph in Seattle, leaving about 500,000 people without electricity. A tree fell on a homeless encampment, resulting in one fatality. The storm is moving east, bringing colder temperatures and snow to the Midwest and Northeast. Blizzard warnings are in effect for parts of North Dakota, with winter weather expected in South Dakota and Minnesota. The Appalachians will see their first measurable snow on Thursday. A bomb cyclone rapidly intensifies when cold air meets warm air, often over ocean waters. This storm marks a shift from a mild November to a more severe winter weather pattern across the U.S.