Major storm brings record rain and tree damage to Northern California after impacting Washington and Oregon

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A major storm has hit Northern California, causing record rainfall and downing trees. This follows severe weather in Washington and Oregon, where hundreds of thousands lost power. Flash flooding and rockslide risks remain high. The storm, classified as a "bomb cyclone," has led to significant disruptions, including flight cancellations at San Francisco International Airport. In California, power outages have decreased from over 20,000 to about 9,000. In Washington, strong winds caused two fatalities and extensive damage. More than 320,000 people are still without power, and many schools remain closed. Heavy snow is also expected in the Sierra Nevada region.


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