Severe Weather

A bomb cyclone, intensifying through the process of bombogenesis, is set to impact the West Coast this week, with high winds, heavy rain, and snowfall forecasted for regions including California, Oregon, and Washington. This storm, powered by an atmospheric river, will bring severe weather conditions starting Tuesday and continuing throughout the week. British Columbia could see wind speeds over 120 km/h, while California and Oregon may face rain-induced flash flooding and mudslides. Washington State might experience damaging winds and blizzard conditions in mountainous areas, raising concerns about power outages and structural damage. Residents are urged to prepare for potential impacts and monitor updates.

Severe weather conditions have prompted high wind warnings across various regions in the United States, affecting states such as Washington, Kansas, and Oregon. In western Washington, a 'bomb cyclone' threatens damaging winds along the coast and Cascade foothills, with gusts up to 65 mph. Similarly, Kansas City faces outages affecting thousands due to winds gusting up to 61 mph, whereas Oregon's coastal regions are bracing for gusts up to 60 mph. Residents are advised to prepare for hazardous conditions, including power outages and difficult travel.