Northern California faces heavy rain and snow as major storm brings flood risks
A major storm hit Northern California on Thursday, bringing heavy rain and snow. The National Weather Service issued a flood watch until Saturday, warning of flash flooding and rockslides. Up to 16 inches of rain is expected in some areas. The storm has already caused significant damage, including two fatalities in Washington state from falling trees. Power outages affected over 330,000 customers in Washington and about 16,000 in California. Travel disruptions included delayed flights and road closures. Forecasters warned of dangerous conditions, including blizzard risks in the Sierra Nevada. The storm is part of a larger weather system impacting the West Coast, with heavy moisture affecting both California and the Pacific Northwest.