Devastating Bomb Cyclone Slams the Pacific Northwest November 20, 2024 The Pacific Northwest is reeling from the effects of a deadly bomb cyclone that unleashed catastrophic weather conditions across Washington, Oregon, and northern California this week. The storm has left at least one person dead, caused widespread destruction, and triggered massive power outages for hundreds of thousands of residents. What is a Bomb Cyclone? A bomb cyclone, or “explosive cyclogenesis,” occurs when a storm rapidly intensifies, with its central pressure dropping at least 24 millibars in 24 hours. This process, called bombogenesis, typically happens when warm and cold air masses…
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Northwest River Forecast: What to Expect in the Wake of the Bomb Cyclone
November 20, 2024 As the Pacific Northwest continues to grapple with the aftermath of a devastating bomb cyclone, communities are bracing for more impacts in the coming days. Southern Oregon and the greater Northwest region face significant changes to river conditions, including rising water levels, flooding, and increased debris. Here’s a closer look at what to expect. The Current Situation The bomb cyclone delivered torrential rain and winds up to 75 mph, causing power outages, structural damage, and life-threatening conditions across the region. Rivers across the Northwest, especially in southern Oregon, are already showing signs of stress as they handle…
How the Bomb Cyclone Will Impact Southern Oregon Rivers
November 20, 2024 The recent bomb cyclone that ravaged the Pacific Northwest is set to have significant and lasting effects on rivers in southern Oregon. As this powerful storm delivers relentless rainfall to the region, local rivers face heightened risks of flooding, erosion, and changes to aquatic ecosystems. Rising Water Levels and Flood Risks The heavy rainfall brought by the bomb cyclone is expected to cause rapid rises in water levels for major southern Oregon rivers, including the Rogue, Applegate, and Illinois Rivers. Flood warnings have already been issued for low-lying areas near these rivers, and residents are urged to…