Powerful storm system targets Northern California and Pacific Northwest

Northern California and the Pacific Northwest are preparing for a powerful storm, classified as a "bomb cyclone." Heavy rain and strong winds are expected from Tuesday through Friday, raising risks of flash floods and power outages. The storm could bring up to 8 inches of rain in parts of northern California and significant snowfall in the Sierra Nevada. High wind warnings are in effect for coastal Oregon, with gusts potentially reaching 70 mph, leading to widespread power outages. Washington will also experience heavy rain and strong winds, but less severe than in Oregon and California. A blizzard warning is in place for the Cascades, with up to a foot of snow expected.