Deadly Bomb Cyclone Hits Northwest U.S., Bringing Power Outages and More Severe Weather
A deadly bomb cyclone caused significant devastation in Washington, leaving two dead and hundreds of thousands without power, with more storms on the way.
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Updated: Nov 21st, 2024, 2:54 PM ET
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A bomb cyclone in the Northwest U.S. led to two fatalities in Washington state, over 320,000 power outages, and significant infrastructure damage. As recovery efforts begin, a new storm is expected to bring gusty winds and heavy mountain snow. The atmospheric river currently impacting Northern California poses additional flooding risks. Officials warn of hazardous travel conditions and a high likelihood of further severe weather.
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