Severe 'Bomb Cyclone' Targets West Coast with Intense Weather

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Severe 'Bomb Cyclone' Targets West Coast with Intense Weather
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A powerful 'bomb cyclone' storm is set to hit Northern California and the Pacific Northwest, bringing heavy rain, strong winds, and potential flash floods and power outages. The storm, fueled by an intense atmospheric river, is expected to cause significant impacts from Portland, Oregon, to north of San Francisco, with up to 8 inches of rain and wind gusts up to 75 mph in some areas. Southern California will remain dry but faces wildfire risks due to Santa Ana winds. The storm is expected to peak in intensity on Wednesday.

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