Powerful bomb cyclone set to hit West Coast with heavy rain and high winds
A powerful storm, classified as a bomb cyclone, is set to impact the West Coast this week. This term refers to the rapid intensification of a cyclone, marked by a significant drop in atmospheric pressure. The National Weather Service has issued warnings for excessive rainfall and high winds in northern California and the Pacific Northwest. The storm is fueled by an atmospheric river, bringing risks of flash flooding and hazardous travel conditions. Bomb cyclones can occur in various ocean regions, not just the West Coast. Recent examples include Hurricane Milton in Florida and a notable storm in 2018 that affected the Southeast.