Storm causes power outages and fatalities in northwest US
A powerful storm, classified as a "bomb cyclone," is impacting the northwest U.S., bringing strong winds and heavy rain. At least one person has died due to falling trees, and widespread power outages have affected over 450,000 homes. Wind gusts reached up to 101 mph off Vancouver Island, with significant gusts also reported in Oregon and Washington. The storm has caused downed trees, blocked roads, and damaged homes, prompting safety warnings from local authorities. Flood and high wind watches are in effect for northern California, with heavy rainfall expected. A winter storm watch has been issued for the Sierra Nevada, predicting up to 15 inches of snow in higher elevations.