Major Storm Causes Chaos In Northern California

Big Chico Creek swirls by a swimming area at One Mile Recreation, runoff from Tuesday's rain and melting snow created flooding concerns as an atmospheric river storm dumped significant precipitation i

A major storm has been wreaking havoc in Northern California, causing heavy snowfall and record rainfall. The storm has resulted in road closures, evacuations, and power outages in the region. Tragically, two people have lost their lives due to the severe weather conditions.

Forecasters have issued warnings about the continued risk of flash flooding and rockslides in the affected areas. San Francisco's airport has experienced numerous flight cancellations due to the inclement weather.

In Washington state, over 185,000 residents, primarily in the Seattle area, are without power as crews work tirelessly to clear debris and fallen branches from the streets. The outages, which began on Tuesday, are expected to persist until Saturday.

Warnings of flash flooding and rockslides in affected areas.

Major storm in Northern California causes road closures and evacuations.

San Francisco airport experiences flight cancellations due to inclement weather.

Over 185,000 residents in Washington state without power, expected to persist.

National Weather Service raises concerns about high surf and beach erosion.

New York and New Jersey receive much-needed rain to combat wildfires.

Storm system described as 'bomb cyclone' causes significant damage in Washington.

Southwestern Oregon and Northern California expected to receive up to 16 inches of rain.

Winter storm watch in effect for the northern Sierra Nevada with significant snowfall predicted.

Northeast receives much-needed precipitation, unlikely to end drought conditions.

The National Weather Service has raised concerns about high surf and potential beach erosion due to large ocean waves reaching heights of 20 to 24 feet. Meanwhile, on the East Coast, New York and New Jersey have welcomed much-needed rain to help combat rare wildfires that have been raging in the region.

The storm system, described as a 'bomb cyclone,' made landfall earlier in the week, unleashing fierce winds that caused significant damage and claimed lives in Washington. Communities have opened warming centers to assist those affected by power outages.

Areas in southwestern Oregon and northern California are expected to receive up to 16 inches of rain. Santa Rosa experienced its wettest day since 1998, with 6.5 inches of rainfall in the last 24 hours. Flash flooding, rockslides, and debris flows are anticipated, particularly in areas affected by recent wildfires.

A winter storm watch is in effect for the northern Sierra Nevada, with significant snowfall and strong winds predicted. In California, over 12,000 power outages have been reported, and road closures have been implemented due to snow and flooding.

Despite the challenges posed by the storm, the Northeast has received much-needed precipitation, offering relief to areas grappling with wildfires and water shortages. While the rainfall is significant, it is unlikely to end the drought conditions in the region.