A powerful bomb cyclone has wreaked havoc across the Pacific Northwest, leaving at least two dead and hundreds of thousands without power. The storm has knocked out electricity to nearly 500,000 residents in Washington, with severe winds and heavy rain creating dangerous conditions. An atmospheric river has compounded the situation, bringing record rainfall and high flood risks, particularly in Northern California where residents are preparing for significant impacts. Widespread power outages continue as crews work to restore electricity, but many may remain in the dark for days. As travel plans ramp up for the Thanksgiving holiday, the situation remains dire, with road closures and disrupted public transport due to downed trees across the region.