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News in English (USA) / 23.11.2024 / 04:00

Severe Weather Crisis Hits the West Coast: Bomb Cyclone and Atmospheric Rivers Cause Destruction

A series of powerful storms, including an intense bomb cyclone and atmospheric rivers, have wreaked havoc across the U.S. West Coast, particularly in Northern California and the Pacific Northwest. Heavy rain and snow have inundated regions, leading to widespread flooding, power outages, and tragic loss of life. Thousands remain without power, especially in areas like Seattle and Mercer Island, where communities are left in darkness days after the storms began. The bomb cyclone, likened to a hurricane in intensity, has caused significant damage across Washington state, impacting nearly 400,000 homes and businesses. Authorities are warning residents of continued severe weather, with additional storms on the way, raising concerns for further flooding as atmospheric rivers shift southward. As the situation unfolds, communities are urged to prepare for ongoing adverse conditions and potential emergency measures.
San Francisco Chronicle, Yahoo! Voices, The Seattle Times, The Weather Channel, KRON4, The New York Times, KING5.com, The Associated Press, The Mercury News, USA TODAY