California hit by devastating bomb cyclone storm, causing widespread blackouts and damage.

A powerful storm, known as a "bomb cyclone," hit California on Tuesday, causing widespread rain, snow, and hazards. The storm caused one death and multiple injuries, knocked out power to tens of thousands of residents, and caused flooding and road closures. The storm was stronger than expected and reached the benchmark for a "bomb cyclone," indicating a rapid drop in pressure. The storm is expected to bring heavy rain and flooding to Southern California, with up to 3 inches of rain possible along the coast and up to 5 inches in the foothills.