West Coast braces for powerful storm classified as bomb cyclone
A powerful storm is approaching the West Coast, classified as a "bomb cyclone." This term refers to the rapid intensification of a cyclone, marked by a significant drop in atmospheric pressure within 24 hours. The National Weather Service has issued warnings for excessive rainfall and high winds in northern California and the Pacific Northwest. The storm is linked to an atmospheric river, which brings moisture from the Pacific Ocean. Bomb cyclones can cause severe weather, including flash flooding and hazardous travel conditions. They have occurred in various regions, not just the West Coast, and have been associated with significant weather events in recent years.