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Atmospheric River Storm Causes Catastrophic Flooding Across Western U.S.

The storm has killed at least three in California, with record rainfall leading to widespread damage and power outages.

  • An atmospheric river storm has caused catastrophic flooding and damage across nine states, with severe rain, snow, and high winds.
  • At least three people have been killed by falling trees in California as the storm continues to wreak havoc.
  • Record rainfall in Southern California has led to flooding, mudslides, and power outages, with more rain expected.
  • The storm has cut power to more than 1 million people across Southern California and prompted states of emergency declarations.
  • The atmospheric river is part of a broader storm system expected to move inland, bringing heavy snow to parts of the Great Basin and southern Rockies.
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