Major storm brings heavy rain and snow to Northern California, raises flood risks

A major storm hit Northern California on Thursday, bringing heavy rain and snow. The National Weather Service issued a flood watch through Saturday, warning of flash flooding and rockslides. Up to 16 inches of rain is expected in some areas. The storm, classified as a "bomb cyclone," has already caused significant damage. In Washington state, strong winds and rain left over 330,000 people without power, resulting in two fatalities from falling trees. Schools in the Seattle area closed due to the severe weather. Travel disruptions are widespread, with hundreds of flight delays and cancellations at San Francisco International Airport. In California, power outages affected about 16,000 customers, and travel restrictions were imposed on parts of Interstate 5 due to snow.